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Broadstairs: Two arrested after four assaulted near Viking Bay

15:17, 11 May 2018

updated: 15:53, 11 May 2018

Two teenagers have been arrested after four people were allegedly assaulted in Broadstairs.

Police were called to a disturbance in Harbour Street shortly after 3.30pm on Sunday, May 6.

It was reported a group of people were involved in an altercation on the beach by Viking Bay before they dispersed into surrounding streets.

Police are investigating. Stock pic (1947824)
Police are investigating. Stock pic (1947824)

Officers attended and a man in his 20s was found with an face injury, and was taken to hospital.

Following enquiries, it was reported a further three men has been assaulted during the incident.

One of which, a man in his 50s, had sustained cuts and bruises to his face.

Two 18-year-old men from Rochester were arrested, one for affray and the other for assault.

They have been released on police bail until May 18, pending further enquiries.

Anyone who saw the disturbance and has information which could assist officers, is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting ZY/024743/18, or Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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