Stab Shock in Thanet: One Charged, Another Held Over Serious Assault

Knife Attack Rocks Garlinge

Kent Police were called out just after midnight on Sunday, August 13, to a serious stabbing in Craven Close, Garlinge. A man was found with stab wounds and rushed to a London hospital, where he remains in serious but stable condition.

Swift Arrests Follow Assault

Officers acted quickly, making the first arrest shortly after arriving at the scene. The investigation by East Kent CID led to a charge of attempted murder against Craig Judd of Fulham Avenue, Margate.

  • Judd is also charged with possession of an offensive weapon (a knife) in public.
  • He has been remanded in custody and is set to appear at Folkestone Magistrates’ Court on Monday, August 14.

Second Suspect Held

A 22-year-old man from Broadstairs remains in police custody as enquiries continue. No further details have been released.

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