Urgent Appeal After Teen Raped on Tunbridge Wells Common

Detectives are hunting a predator after a teenage girl was brutally raped on Tunbridge Wells Common. The chilling attack happened between 8pm and 9pm on Saturday, 18 October 2025.

Terrifying Assault Near Mount Ephraim Woodland

The victim was walking home along Victoria Road when a man approached her. He walked with her towards Mount Ephraim before dragging her into a secluded wooded area near Molyneux Park Road. There, he threatened her and carried out the sickening attack.

Police Describe Suspect – Can You Help?

  • White male, mid-30s, about 5ft 8in tall
  • Dark hair tied in a bun, with a goatee beard and moustache
  • Wearing a blue jacket, carrying an orange drawstring bag
  • Riding a thick-tyred bicycle during the incident

Kent Police are urgently investigating. Forensic teams are scouring the scene while officers review CCTV footage and carry out door-to-door enquiries. The police remain on high alert in the area.

Spot Something? Kent Police Want to Hear from You

If you witnessed anything suspicious or have any information, don’t stay silent. Motorists with dashcam footage and anyone with CCTV or doorbell cameras near Tunbridge Wells Common should check their recordings.

Contact Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/180747/25. You can also give information anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555111 or via their online form.

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