Three people have been arrested after a man was airlifted to hospital with stab wounds.

Police were called to reports of a serious assault in Station Chine, Herne Bay at 4.24pm yesterday and a cordon was set up around the area.

The victim, who is in his 20s, was taken to a London hospital by the air ambulance, where he is described as conscious and stable.

A 51-year-old man, a 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy have all arrested in connection with the serious assault.

They are in police custody awaiting interview.

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