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Teenager allegedly attacked by group of boys outside shop in East Milton Road, Gravesend

15:10, 15 August 2024

updated: 12:47, 16 August 2024

A teenager suffered a deep cut to his arm and had to be taken to hospital after allegedly being attacked by a group outside a shop.

The alleged serious assault happened inside and outside a store in East Milton Road, Gravesend, at around 6.30pm on Sunday, July 28.

It happened outside a shop in East Milton Road, Gravesend. Picture: Google Maps
It happened outside a shop in East Milton Road, Gravesend. Picture: Google Maps

It is said the boy was attacked by three other teenage boys following an altercation at the front of the shop during which he suffered a cut to his arm that required hospital treatment.

Police patrols attended and a 14-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assault.

He was later bailed to return to the police station on October 27, pending further investigation.

Officers have been investigating the incident and checking CCTV in the area, however, are now appealing to witnesses or anyone with information that may assist them.

Residents with private cameras and motorists with dashcam are also asked to check for relevant footage.

Anyone with information should call 01474 366149, quoting 46/125540/24. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously, by calling 0800 555111 or completing its online form.

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