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Seventeen-year-old stabbed in Folkstone on New Year's Day

12:38, 02 January 2022

updated: 14:02, 02 January 2022

A 17-year-old boy was stabbed in the early hours of New Year's Day in Folkestone.

Police were called to Sandgate Road at 12.26am. The victim was taken to a London hospital.

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of GBH after a teenager was stabbed. Stock image
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of GBH after a teenager was stabbed. Stock image

Another 17-year-old boy, from Folkestone, was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.

He has since been released on bail, until January 24.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the attack or has any information.

Call 01843 222289, quoting reference 01-0071.

You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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