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Five Men Hospitalised and Arrested Following Dartford High Street Disturbance
Five men have been taken to hospital and arrested after a disturbance in Dartford.
The incident happened in Dartford High Street just before 6.20pm yesterday (February 6).
Officers were called to the scene and found five people injured with cuts and bruises.
They were taken to hospital for treatment and later arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.
The suspects, three local men aged 26, 27, and 29, and two men, 26 and 28, from Coventry and West Midlands remain in police custody while an investigation into the circumstances continue.
A spokesperson for Kent Police said: “Kent Police was called at 6.18pm on Tuesday 6 February 2024 to a report of a disturbance in Dartford High Street.
“Officers attended the scene where five men were arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.
“The suspects, three local men aged 26, 27 and 29; and two men from Coventry, West Midlands aged 26 and 28, were treated in hospital for injuries including cuts and bruises.
“They were later discharged and taken into custody while an investigation continues into the circumstances.
“Officers are urging anybody who witnessed the incident and has not yet spoken to the police to contact the appeal line on 01474 366149, quoting reference 46/20656/24.
“You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.”
Justice Served: 40-Year-Old Child Abuse Case Solved by UK Detectives
In a significant breakthrough, detectives have successfully secured justice for a woman who endured sexual abuse as a child over 40 years ago. The victim bravely came forward in March 2021, shedding light on the horrifying experiences she endured during her time at a primary school in Islington in the mid-1980s.
The victim, whose identity remains protected, revealed that she had been subjected to rape and sexual assault by an older man, whom she identified as Robert MacLennan. MacLennan, who served as the school’s groundskeeper and resided on the premises, subjected the young victim to this heinous abuse for approximately two years.
Upon receiving the report, dedicated officers immediately launched an investigation. In April 2021, MacLennan was arrested and subsequently admitted to sexually assaulting the victim. However, he vehemently denied the accusation of rape.
Undeterred, the detectives worked to build a compelling case against MacLennan. They sought out additional witnesses and collected their accounts, bolstering the evidence against the perpetrator. In May 2022, this extensive evidence was submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service, resulting in MacLennan being charged with multiple offenses.
The case eventually proceeded to trial at the esteemed Snaresbrook Crown Court. On September 28, 2023, justice was finally served as MacLennan was found guilty. The court sentenced him on January 24 to 15 years’ imprisonment, ensuring he pays for the terrible crimes he committed.
Detective Sergeant Barbara Siembida, the lead investigator on the case, expressed her satisfaction with the outcome. She stated, “I am pleased that the victim of MacLennan’s awful crimes has finally obtained the justice she deserves. He exploited his position of trust to target a defenceless child, and it is only right that he faces a significant period behind bars.”
Siembida further emphasised the importance of this case for other survivors of non-recent sexual abuse. She wanted to convey a clear message that law enforcement takes such allegations seriously and remains committed to pursuing justice for victims by following the evidence trail to hold offenders accountable.
Convicted on two counts of rape and seven counts of indecent assault, Robert MacLennan, a 70-year-old resident of Romford, East London, received his just punishment. In addition to serving a 15-year prison sentence, he will be placed on the sex offender’s register for life.
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