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E-fit released after woman in 20s 'grabbed' at bus stop in St Mary's Bay, Romney Marsh

Officers have issued a computer-generated image of a man they would like to identify after a woman in her 20s was reportedly 'grabbed' by a man in a white van on Romney Marsh.

The incident is said to have happened just after 5.30pm on Saturday May 5.

The woman was waiting at the bus stop in Dymchurch Road, near to the junction with Fairway Close, St Mary’s Bay when a large white van, similar in size to a transit van, pulled up alongside her.

The e-fit of a man police want to speak to. Credit: Kent Police (2350174)
The e-fit of a man police want to speak to. Credit: Kent Police (2350174)

It was reported a man got out of the van, approached her and grabbed her by the arm.

The victim was able to get away and run to safety.

The man is described as aged in his 50s, with olive skin, a stocky build and about 5ft 8in tall.

He had a grey beard and short grey curly hair.

He was wearing a dark zipped up hooded top and dark tracksuit bottoms.

Anyone who recognises the man in the image, or who has information about the incident, is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting ZY/24134/18.

Alternatively, contact Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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