Police appeal for witnesses over rape in Margate QEQM car park

Kent Police

Officers investigating the reported rape of a woman in Margate are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

It was reported that the sexual assault took place in a vehicle in a staff car park within the grounds of the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother hospital in Ramsgate Road, Margate between 9pm and 10pm on Wednesday 21 August.

Both parties are believed to be known to each other.

A 25-year-old man from Margate was arrested on Sunday 25 August in connection with the incident and currently remains in custody.

Officers would like to hear from anyone who may have seen a black Suzuki Swift in the area at the time, or if you were in the area and have dashcam footage, or if you think you may have seen a distressed woman around that time.

Witnesses are asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/163326/19.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org