Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a 19-year-old woman was assaulted in Cliftonville on Sunday (September 9).
The woman is reported to have been assaulted bu a man in Sweyn Road between 8pm and 8.30pm. She suffered a fractured jaw.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Carl McGee said: “The victim and offender are known to each other and we believe the assault is linked to a previous report of an assault at a house in Ethelbert Crescent, Cliftonville, earlier that evening, which we are also investigating.
“We are following a number of lines of enquiry but would like to hear from anyone who saw the incident in Sweyn Road so we can establish exactly what took place.
“If you can help please phone Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference ZY/053629/18.”
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111.
A 19-year-old man from Margate has been arrested on suspicion of assault. He has been bailed until 4 October while enquiries continue.