Police officers among four injured in assaults at the Ashes bar, Market Buildings, Maidstone
10:36, 16 January 2022
updated: 11:30, 16 January 2022
A man has been arrested after town centre violence left four people injured, including two police officers.
The 47-year-old was quizzed after trouble flared at the Ashes bar in the Market Buildings in Maidstone around 6.15pm on Friday.
A police spokesman said patrolling officers were told a member of staff and a customer had been assaulted.
While they tried to arrest a man, they were also attacked.
A 47-year-old was arrested on suspicion of assault and assaulting an emergency worker.
He has has since been bailed pending further inquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/8796/22.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111 or by using the online form on their website.
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