Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 20s was seriously...

Published: 2:25 pm April 15, 2025
Updated: 1:08 pm October 8, 2025
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Serious Assault in Rochester

 

Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 20s was seriously injured in a suspected assault in Rochester over the weekend.

The victim, who sustained a head injury, was reportedly in the High Street area sometime between 8pm on Friday, 11 April and 3am on Saturday, 12 April 2025. He remains in hospital as officers continue efforts to determine the circumstances and exact location of the incident.

Investigating officer PC Evie Cousins issued a public appeal:

“We are urging anybody who was in Rochester during the evening of Friday 11 April and into the early hours of Saturday 12 April, and saw a man being assaulted, to call our appeal line.

“Motorists with dashcam footage and residents with private CCTV systems are also asked to check for any relevant material and come forward if they can assist with our investigation.”

How to Help

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kent Police on 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/61993/25. Alternatively, you can report anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or completing the online form.

Police say no arrests have been made at this stage, and enquiries are ongoing.

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