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Woman assaulted in Ridham Avenue, Kemsley, near Sittingbourne

13:10, 07 July 2020

updated: 13:12, 07 July 2020

Witnesses are being asked to come forward after a woman was assaulted and left with her attackers.

Police were called to a group of people seen arguing in Ridham Avenue, Kemsley, near Sittingbourne, at about 4.10pm on Saturday.

The woman was assaulted in Ridham Avenue, Kemsley, near Sittingbourne. Picture: Google
The woman was assaulted in Ridham Avenue, Kemsley, near Sittingbourne. Picture: Google

Officers believe two men assaulted a woman before all three left in a black Mazda car with silver trimming.

Asking for people who saw the attack to come forward, investigating officer Det Sgt Samantha Stuart said she wants to hear from the people who were there.

"This is a concerning report and we are keen to talk to those involved to ascertain the details surrounding the circumstances," said the officer.

"We have carried out a number of enquiries and are now encouraging anyone with information to get in touch."

Both men were white, in their early 30s and had short hair.

"We are keen to talk to those involved to ascertain the details surrounding the circumstances."

They were tanned and both wearing blue jeans without tops.

One of them, thought to be a passenger, was also described as slim with broad shoulders and short, dark hair.

The woman, also white and slim, was aged between 20 and 30 and about 5ft 2ins.

Her hair was dark and in a ponytail, while her skin was tanned and she was wearing a short skirt and dark top or a dress.

Anyone with information is asked to call the police appeal line on 01795 419119 quoting crime reference 46/114915/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111, or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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