Woman Escapes Grabbing Attempt at St Mary’s Bay Bus Stop
Police are on the hunt for witnesses after a chilling incident in Romney Marsh. Just after 5.30pm on Saturday, May 5, a woman in her 20s was waiting at a bus stop on Dymchurch Road, near Fairway Close, St Mary’s Bay, when a large white van pulled up beside her.
Man Grabs Woman’s Arm – But She Gets Away
A man jumped out of the van and grabbed the woman’s arm. Luckily, she managed to break free and run to safety. The suspect is described as a stocky man in his 50s, around 5ft 8ins tall, with olive skin.
He had short curly grey hair and a grey beard. At the time, he wore a dark zipped-up hooded top and dark tracksuit bottoms.
Police Urge Anyone with Information to Speak Up
If you saw anything or know who this man is, police want to hear from you. Call the given number to help safeguard the community.