Kent Police is appealing to the public for witnesses after an attempted rape incident occurred on Friday, October 13, 2023, in the vicinity of Jeffery Street and Arden Street. Authorities have reported that a man approached a woman from behind between the hours of 01.00 and 02.00 BST prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
The suspect, described as a black male in his late 30s to early 40s, of medium build, with black hair and a beard, was seen wearing a black hooded top and trousers at the time of the incident. Kent Police’s Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Kath Way, assured residents that every effort was being made to investigate the matter thoroughly.
Detective Chief Inspector Way stated, “We understand the concern and unease incidents like these can cause within our community. Rest assured, our dedicated team is working tirelessly to gather vital information and bring the perpetrator to justice as soon as possible.”
Residents residing in the area are encouraged to come forward if they possess any private CCTV or doorbell footage, or if they were driving with dashcam recording capabilities during the specified time frame. Detective Chief Inspector Way emphasized the importance of their assistance, stating, “Your cooperation can greatly aid our investigation. We kindly request that those with relevant footage who have not yet spoken to our officers, please reach out to us.”
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact Kent Police at 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/183127/23. Alternatively, individuals can provide anonymous tips to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or by completing the online form available on their official website.
