A man was stabbed during a disturbance in Fairmeadow, Maidstone, early this morning, leading to the arrest of three individuals.
The incident occurred around 3 am near Drakes pub, when police were called to reports of a violent altercation. Upon arrival, officers found a man suffering from stab wounds. Paramedics attended to the victim at the scene, and fortunately, his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Following the incident, police arrested two men, aged 37 and 18, as well as a 20-year-old woman. The circumstances leading up to the stabbing are currently under investigation, and the suspects remain in custody as inquiries continue.
The area around Drakes pub was cordoned off for several hours while police conducted their investigation, causing some disruption in the early morning.
Local residents and patrons of the pub expressed concern over the incident, though police have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to come forward as they work to piece together the events that led to the stabbing.
