Violent Night in Maidstone: Nine Officers Assaulted in Jubilee Square Chaos
Just after 11pm on Sunday, July 11, trouble erupted in Maidstone’s Jubilee Square. Patrols rushed to reports of a car being vandalised — but things quickly escalated.
Nine police officers were assaulted during the unrest. Five needed nurse treatment at Maidstone police station, though thankfully, no serious injuries were reported.
Police Release Images of 12 Suspects
Detectives are now appealing for help, releasing images of 12 men they believe might be connected to the violence. They want the public to come forward with any information.
Deputy Area Commander, Superintendent Jon Kirby, said: “While most people in Maidstone town centre behaved responsibly throughout the evening, a minority chose to act in a violent manner and some of my officers were injured.”
“We are reviewing CCTV and other footage of the incidents and I am urging anyone with information to contact us at their earliest opportunity.”
How You Can Help the Investigation
- If you recognise any of the men pictured, call kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting crime reference 46/121912/21.
- If you have CCTV, dashcam, or phone footage from Jubilee Square between 11pm and midnight on July 11, submit it to the police.
- You can also report information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.
Two men arrested in connection with the attack have been bailed, set to return to the station on August 5 as investigations continue.
