Woman in hospital after knife attack outside pub in Station Road, Eynsford
13:27, 24 July 2018
updated: 13:30, 24 July 2018
A woman remains in hospital after being attacked with a knife outside a pub.
Officers were called to Station Road, in Eynsford, at around 9:30pm last night after a 42-year-old man, allegedly assaulted her.
He was later arrested for assault and remains in police custody while the investigation is ongoing.
Spokesman for the police, Martin Very, said: "Patrols attended the scene and the victim was treated for cuts to her face, hands and back that are consistent with being struck with a bladed weapon.
"She was taken to a London hospital for further medical attention."
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information that may help the investigation is asked to contact Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting reference XY/45724/18.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555 111.
