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Appeal to find person who allegedly filmed violent assault in Mortimer Street, Herne Bay

Police are wanting to find a witness who is believed to have filmed a violent assault.

The incident happened in Herne Bay on March 27 and it is believed a witness filmed it on their mobile phone.

The incidents took place in Mortimer Street, Herne Bay. Picture: Google Street View
The incidents took place in Mortimer Street, Herne Bay. Picture: Google Street View

A woman was injured following the assault which happened in a parked car between 6pm and 7pm as the car was stationary in Mortimer Street.

It is alleged the victim had opened a door of the black Peugeot and was repeatedly punched by a man known to her who had been standing in the street.

On March 29, a 32-year-old from Herne Bay was arrested and taken into custody.

The incident is believed to have been filmed by a passer-by and police are urging anyone with information to contact them.

If you can assist the investigation call police on 01227 868983 or email 15840@kent.police.uk, quoting reference 46/56929/23. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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