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Man attacked with spanner in The Stade, Folkestone harbour

Police are investigating after a man was reportedly attacked with a spanner.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following reports of the assault and criminal damage in Folkestone harbour.

The incident occurred at The Stade in Folkestone Harbour
The incident occurred at The Stade in Folkestone Harbour

The incident happened at around 5.45pm on Monday, July 18, when two men were involved in an altercation with another group of men in The Stade.

During the incident, a man was reportedly hit with a metal object, thought to be a spanner.

Two of those involved then got into a white Mercedes which was reportedly then damaged by the other group.

All of those involved then left the scene and no serious injuries have been reported.

Police attended the area and two men from north London, aged 19 and 21, were arrested on suspicion of affray.

They have since been released under investigation and inquiries are ongoing.

Officers have spoken to a number of witnesses but are urging anyone who saw what happened, or has mobile phone or dashcam footage, to come forward.

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/138482/22 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on its website.

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