Schoolgirl Targeted in Shocking Barming Attack – Police Hunt Suspect

Detectives are on the lookout for witnesses after a schoolgirl was assaulted in broad daylight in Barming.

Man Tries to Open Girl’s Bag – Leaves Her Injured

At around 3.15pm on Thursday 23 January 2020, the girl was walking along St Andrew’s Road when she noticed a man acting suspiciously. Near the junction with Fountain Lane, he rested his arm on her bag and tried to open it. After walking away, the girl realised she had a cut on her hand that needed hospital treatment.

Suspect Description

  • White or mixed race male, 20s
  • Around 5ft 8ins tall, medium build
  • Wearing black bandana, black hooded zip top
  • Black Nike jogging bottoms, black trainers
  • Fingerless gloves and a cross-body bag

Police Appeal

Enquiries into the incident continue. Anyone with information should call 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/15091/20.

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