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Man arrested following suspected hammer attack in Mill Lane in Margate

16:43, 27 February 2019

An arrest has been made after a man suffered a head injury in a suspected hammer attack.

Police were called to a property in Mill Lane, Margate, at about 10.30pm last night to a reported disturbance.

A man in his 40s had received a head injury, believed to be caused by a hammer, which officers seized.

The reported assault happened in Mill Lane, Margate. Picture: Google street views (7480900)
The reported assault happened in Mill Lane, Margate. Picture: Google street views (7480900)

The victim was taken to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be serious.

A 60-year-old man from Margate was arrested, and remains in police custody.

Witnesses or anyone with information about the assault is asked to call police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/37891/19.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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