CCTV image released in ‘flesh bitten from face’ Margate assault investigation

CCTV stills of a man police would like to speak to

Detectives investigating an assault in Margate where a man is said to have had flesh bitten from his face have issued CCTV images of a man who may have important information

A man in his 30s suffered injuries to his head and face during the incident in College Square at about noon on Sunday, October 20.

He is reported to have been hit with a metal chain before being bitten on his chin.

Officers are continuing to establish the circumstances behind the incident and anyone who recognises the man in the image is encouraged to call the appeal line on 01843 222283 quoting reference 46/201766/19.

Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111.