Man Charged Over Shocking Early Morning Attack in Canterbury

Violent Assault Rocks Kingsmead Road

Police were scrambled to Kingsmead Road, Canterbury at 6.30am on 17 December 2019 after a woman was punched and kicked in a terrifying assault.

Quick Police Action Leads to Arrest

Thankfully, the victim escaped without serious injuries. Officers launched a swift investigation and arrested 23-year-old Jack Smith from St Stephen’s Road on 18 January 2020.

Man Charged, Remanded in Custody

Smith now faces charges of assault with intent to commit a sexual offence. He appeared at Margate Magistrates Court on 21 January and was remanded in custody ahead of his next court date on 17 February 2020.

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