Police Appeal Following Triple Stabbing at Public House Near Maidstone

Police are seeking witnesses after reported assaults at the Hop Pole Inn near Nettlestead, Maidstone, during the early hours of Sunday, 13 October 2024.

The disturbance occurred between 12:30 a.m. and 1:20 a.m., resulting in three men being treated for injuries consistent with stab wounds. Fortunately, none of the injuries are life-threatening.

A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of a public order offence, and detectives are continuing to investigate the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

Can you help?

Anyone with information is urged to contact Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/173496/24.

Alternatively, you can reach out anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or completing the online form on their website.

If you have any relevant dashcam footage, please submit it to assist with the investigation.