17-year-old on bail after stabbing in Gillingham

Detectives are seeking witnesses after a man was stabbed outside a shop in Gillingham.

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Author: Martha TipperPublished 30th Dec 2024

The victim had parked his car close to the junction for Canterbury Street when the stabbing occurred on Friday 27 December 2024.

Detectives are seeking witnesses after a man was stabbed outside a shop in the High Street in Gillingham.

He was allegedly attacked after getting out of the vehicle, by an unknown suspect who was accompanied by a female.

Police and ambulance crews attended, and the man was taken to hospital for an injury to his chest.

He has since been discharged.

A 17-year-old boy from Gillingham was arrested later that evening. He is currently bailed with conditions, pending the outcome of further enquiries.

Can you help?

Anyone with information which may assist the investigation should call Kent Police on 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/218843/24.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or by using the online form.

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