Fourth Arrest Made After Brutal Dartford Brawl

Police have arrested a fourth man following a vicious assault in Dartford. The 21-year-old suspect was detained at 11.15pm on Sunday, 18 July, linked to a brutal fight in Lowfield Street the night before. He remains in custody as enquiries ramp up.

Violent Clash After Car Crash

The shocking incident kicked off when a Nissan Qashqai smashed into roadside furniture around 6pm. The two occupants jumped out, sparking a violent altercation. A 26-year-old man from Erith suffered what looks like a stab wound. He was rushed to a London hospital and is now in stable condition.

Drugs and Mayhem: Arrests Mount

  • The stab victim was also arrested on suspicion of possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply.
  • Two other men from London, aged 39 and 26, were caught up too, suspected of involvement in Class A drug dealing.
  • These two have been released on bail until 11 and 13 August pending further investigation.

Violence escalated at the scene, with several officers assaulted. Two suspects were tasered after showing aggressive behaviour.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="8660">Kent Police urge anyone with info to come forward. You can ring 01474 366149 quoting reference 46/126283/21.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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