Kent Police are appealing for information after a man reported being raped while walking...

Published: 2:52 pm January 22, 2025
Updated: 12:22 pm October 8, 2025
Police Seek Information Following Reported Rape in Margate

 

Kent Police are appealing for information after a man reported being raped while walking on the promenade in Margate on Tuesday, 21 January 2025.

Incident Details

The alleged assault occurred between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on the stretch of the promenade between the Lido and Newgate Gap, near Ethelbert Crescent. The victim reported being approached by another man, who then carried out the assault.

Suspect Description

The suspect is described as:

  • Slim build
  • Under 5ft 5ins tall
  • Believed to be in his early 20s
  • Wearing a black hooded coat, black tracksuit, and black trainers

Police Investigation

Detectives are conducting enquiries at the scene and are urging anyone with potential information or footage to come forward.

How to Help

If you have any information, or if you were in the area and have dashcam, private CCTV, or doorbell footage, please contact Kent Police by calling 01843 222289 and quoting 46/11854/25.

Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or visiting their website.

Kent Police are committed to supporting the victim and ensuring a thorough investigation into this serious incident.

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