Police Lock Down Dartford Heath Over Brutal Rape Investigation

A large part of Dartford Heath is sealed off tonight as police probe a shocking sex attack. Officers from Kent Police swooped on the Rochester Way site around midday on Friday, December 6, 2019.

Woodland Scene Sealed Off

Uniformed cops taped off a wide stretch of woodland and a nearby path. The Kent Major Crime Unit and CID are leading the investigation. Three patrol cars and numerous officers remain on site.

Woman Assaulted in Early Hours

A Kent Police spokesperson confirmed the probe relates to a rape reported on Thursday, December 5. “In the early hours, a woman was pushed to the ground and raped in woodland near Rochester Way,” they said.

Help Police Catch the Attacker

Inquiries continue, and officers urge anyone with information to come forward. Contact the witness appeal line on 01474 366149 if you can help.

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