Murder Horror in Gravesend: Man in His 30s Fatally Stabbed
A brutal stabbing has left a man dead in Gravesend, sparking a full murder investigation. The victim, a man in his 30s, was attacked during a disturbance on Augustine Road late Tuesday night.
Gruesome Scene Unfolds Late at Night
Kent Police were called to the chaos at 10:21pm on August 12 after reports of a fight involving a group of men and a woman outside a property. The victim was rushed to hospital but tragically died while receiving treatment.
A 33-year-old man from Gravesend was swiftly arrested and remains in police custody.
Massive Police Operation Underway
Witnesses described “dozens” of officers and forensic teams combing the street and nearby alleyways. Police sealed off parts of Augustine Road overnight and maintained a heavy presence into this morning.
One local said, “It looked like something straight out of a TV crime show,” as officers conducted door-to-door checks and blocked access to key areas.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and CCTV
Detectives urge anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage to come forward. Every detail could help crack the case.
- Call Kent Police on 01474 366149, quoting reference 12-1864
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111
