Witnesses Sought After Man Seriously Hurt in Metal Pole Attack Outside Tunbridge Wells Nightclub

A man was left with serious head and facial injuries after being attacked with a metal pole outside a nightclub in Tunbridge Wells, and Kent Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Two men were reported to have become involved in an altercation outside Aura nightclub on the High Street at around 3.22am on Saturday 10 October. During the confrontation, one man used street furniture, including a metal pole, against the other, causing serious head and facial injuries.

Officers attended and arrested one man at the scene. He has since been released on bail while the investigation continues. Police describe the man they still want to identify as white, of slim build, and wearing blue jeans and a grey jumper at the time.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has further information is asked to call the Kent Police appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/167665/26. Source: Kent Police