A teenager has been charged following a serious assault that left a man hospitalised in Folkestone, Kent Police have confirmed.
Emergency services were called to Foord Road at approximately 3:30pm on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, after reports that a man had been assaulted.
The victim, a man in his 30s, was treated at the scene before being taken to a London hospital. His injury, described as consistent with a stab wound, is not believed to be life-threatening. He remains in hospital.
Arrests and Charges
Following swift enquiries by Kent Police, a 17-year-old boy was arrested on Thursday, 1 May.
Later that same day, a 19-year-old man from Folkestone was also taken into custody.
The 17-year-old has been charged with:
- Unlawful wounding
- Possession of a knife
- Possession of crack cocaine
He appeared before Folkestone Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 2 May, where he was remanded in youth detention. His next appearance is scheduled for Monday, 2 June at Canterbury Crown Court.
The 19-year-old man has been bailed and must return to Folkestone Police Station at a later date as investigations continue.
Police Appeal
Officers continue their enquiries and urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has relevant information, to contact Kent Police.
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