Gravesend boy 'driven into by silver Ford Fiesta' investigation sees police make second arrest following attack near Waterton Park
11:07, 07 May 2021
updated: 11:37, 07 May 2021
A second teenager has been arrested after a boy suffered serious injuries when a car reportedly deliberately drove into him.
The youngster was rushed to hospital with injuries to his leg after the horrific incident in Gravesend.
Police have launched an investigation after a silver Ford Fiesta is said to have crushed the victim in an alleyway between Waterton Avenue and Mark Lane.
A 16-year-old boy was initially arrested and released until May 19.
Following further inquiries, another 16-year-old boy from Gravesend was arrested in connection with the incident on Saturday.
He has been released pending further inquiries until May 25.
The incident took place at about 6pm on Sunday, April 25.
In the moments before the attack, police say the victim is understood to have been socialising with friends at the swings in Waterton Park.
It is alleged they were approached by another boy, known to them, who started making verbal threats.
The victim and his friends walked away and left the park on to Waterton Avenue where police say they were threatened by two people in a silver Fiesta.
Police say the boy was struck by the vehicle as he walked away down the alleyway and was taken to hospital in London.
The car was then seen leaving the area towards Lower Range Road.
Officers are continuing to appeal for witnesses.
Anyone with information or CCTV and dash cam footage that was recorded in the area at the time of the assault is asked to call police on 01474 366149, quoting 46/69267/21.
Alternatively, to remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or complete an online form at crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information
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