Thug Snatches Phone and Wallet in Broad Daylight – Then Violently Attacks Victim in Margate High Street
Victim Refuses to Pay Up, Ends Up Beaten
The shocking mugging unfolded at around 9.20pm on Sunday, 17 April 2022, in Margate’s Marine Gardens. A man was approached by a slim, white suspect wearing a blue body warmer who grabbed his mobile phone and wallet. The thief then demanded the victim withdraw cash from a nearby ATM.
When the victim refused, the suspect started to walk away. The victim followed, desperate to get his belongings back – but the situation quickly turned nasty. The victim was brutally assaulted on Margate High Street.
Suspect Gets Away with £100, Phone, and Credit Card
The culprit fled the scene with £100 in cash, the victim’s mobile phone, and a credit card. Police have launched a full investigation and are combing through CCTV footage to track down the attacker.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="4288">Kent Police are urging anyone who saw the incident or who has doorbell or dashcam footage to step forward. Contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 and quote reference 46/71801/22.
Those wanting to stay anonymous can reach out to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or use their online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.
