Kent Police Release CCTV Image in Folkestone Town Centre Assault Investigation
Kent Police are seeking public help to identify a man captured on CCTV following an assault in Folkestone that left a victim with a head injury on 12 April.
Kent Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to about a reported assault in Folkestone town centre. The incident happened at 1.20am on Sunday 12 April and left one person with a head injury.
Officers responded to reports of a disturbance in the town centre during the early hours. Police haven’t released details about the victim’s age, gender or current condition beyond confirming they sustained a head injury.
The Investigation So Far
The force made the appeal through their official social media channels, asking anyone who recognises the man in the CCTV footage to come forward. No arrests yet.
What led to the assault? Police aren’t saying. Whether it was linked to other incidents in the area – also unclear. The investigation remains active.
Folkestone’s Safety Concerns
Another weekend, another incident.
This latest case adds to mounting concerns about safety in Folkestone town centre, particularly during late-night hours. The area has seen multiple disturbances reported – many involving alcohol-related incidents. Kent recorded 14,562 violence against the person offences in the year ending September 2025, according to Office for National Statistics data. The Folkestone and Hythe area saw a 5% rise in reported assaults from 2023 to 2024, based on Kent Police crime statistics. Not exactly the direction anyone wanted those numbers heading.
Folkestone and Hythe District Council works with Kent Police to maintain CCTV coverage across the town centre. But residents and businesses continue to express concerns about repeated disturbances affecting the area’s night-time economy.
How to Help
Anyone with information about the assault is urged to contact Kent Police. The force typically asks callers to quote a reference number when reporting information about specific incidents.
People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously if they’d rather not speak directly to police.
Key Takeaways
- Kent Police released CCTV images seeking to identify a suspect in a Folkestone town centre assault on 12 April
- The incident at 1.20am left one victim with a head injury following reports of a disturbance
- No arrests have been made and the investigation continues with police appealing for public assistance
What This Means for Kent Residents
This incident highlights ongoing safety challenges in Folkestone town centre – especially during late-night hours when alcohol-related disturbances are more common. Residents and visitors should remain vigilant when out in the town centre, particularly in the early hours of weekends. And if you’ve got information about this specific assault or witness any suspicious activity in Folkestone, contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Your information could help prevent further incidents and bring those responsible to justice.
Source: @kent_police
Published: 11 May 2026