Man in His 70s Assaulted After Confronting Teens in Westgate
A man in his seventies was attacked between 5pm and 5.45pm on Tuesday, 7 February 2023, after confronting a group of four youngsters in a communal area of a residential building on Canterbury Road, Westgate.
Suspects Flee After Second Person Steps In
The victim suffered head and foot injuries and was rushed to a local hospital for treatment. The group of suspects scattered after being challenged by a second person on the scene.
Descriptions of the Four Suspects Released
- Suspect 1: Slim, white boy, 14 or 15 years old, about 5ft tall. Blonde curly hair. Wearing a black hooded top, dark trousers, and black and white trainers.
- Suspect 2: Slim white male in his 20s. Hooded top pulled tight around his face.
- Suspect 3: Mixed race boy, 14 or 15, stocky build. Light blue hooded top. Short hair shaved at the sides.
- Suspect 4: White girl of similar age with long brown hair.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Information
Kent Police are urgently seeking anyone who saw the incident, has information, or recognises any of the suspects from the e-fit to come forward. Contact them on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/23933/23.
