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Armed police in Kingsnorth Road, Ashford, after woman sprayed in face with 'unknown liquid'

16:27, 03 September 2020

updated: 17:22, 03 September 2020

Armed police were called after two men riding pushbikes sprayed an unknown liquid into a woman's face.

The victim was walking past the Bungalow Store in Kingsnorth Road, Ashford, when she was attacked in broad daylight.

The attack happened close to the Bungalow Store in Kingsnorth Road
The attack happened close to the Bungalow Store in Kingsnorth Road

Police and ambulance crews rushed to the scene but the woman's injuries are not believed to be serious.

A witness said one of the men involved had tattoos on his face and neck.

Inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident - which happened at 3.30pm yesterday - are ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/156695/20, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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