Police appeal after serious assault reported near Paddock Wood

Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a serious assault was reported near Paddock Wood.

Officers were called to a roundabout in Beltring, near Paddock Wood, at around 12.30am on Wednesday 17 June 2026.

According to police, it is alleged that a man was assaulted at the side of the road by a person he knew.

Kent Police attended the scene alongside South East Coast Ambulance Service. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries and has since been discharged.

A 32-year-old man from Ashford was arrested on suspicion of assault and drink driving and taken into custody.

Police say an investigation is now underway to establish the full circumstances of what happened.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage from the area around the time of the report, is being urged to contact Kent Police.

Information can be passed to the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 17-0023.

Original Kent Police appeal: Appeal after serious assault reported near Paddock Wood