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Arrested after man is stabbed in leg off Bradstone Avenue, Folkestone

14:46, 06 May 2023

updated: 14:47, 06 May 2023

A man has been taken to hospital after he was allegedly stabbed in the leg.

Police were called to reports someone had been assaulted on steps leading off Bradstone Avenue, in Folkestone, at around 8.45pm yesterday (May 5).

Officers were called to reports a man was assaulted on the steps. Picture: Google Maps
Officers were called to reports a man was assaulted on the steps. Picture: Google Maps

They attended alongside paramedics where a man was found after being stabbed in the leg and he was taken to a hospital.

The injury is not described as life-threatening.

A 30-year-old man was later arrested on suspicion of assault and remains in custody.

Witnesses say the steps were taped off this morning and patrol cars were parked up nearby.

Inquiries into the incident are ongoing and anyone with any information which may assist officers is urged to call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/80434/23.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.

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