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Police investigate assault on girl in Vale Road, Northfleet after suspects flee in Volkswagen Polo

A teenage girl was attacked in the street leading to two arrests after police were called.

Witnesses reported the youngster, aged about 16, was in Vale Road, Northfleet when a man and a woman were reportedly involved in an incident with her.

A teenage girl was attacked in the street in Northfleet leading to two arrests after police were called. Stock image
A teenage girl was attacked in the street in Northfleet leading to two arrests after police were called. Stock image

Officers were called at about 8.30pm on September 18 following the incident near the junction with Waterdales.

Police tracked down a blue Volkswagen Polo which matched a description given to officers said to have been driven by the two suspects.

The girl, who was wearing pink clothing, was reportedly assaulted and verbally abused by the pair.

Officers say they are keen to track down the victim, who had not reported the incident themselves.

After concerns were raised by the witness, police patrols were sent to the area and stopped a vehicle.

A 46-year-old man from Northfleet and a 20-year-old woman from Longfield were detained and have since been released on bail pending further inquiries until October 15.

Police have reviewed CCTV in the area and spoken to multiple witnesses but are appealing for more information and help from the public.

They have asked for additional privately owned CCTV or dash camera footage to help identify the girl.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 01474 366149 quoting 46/181139/21 or report anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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