Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage after a woman reported she was sexually assaulted by a stranger in Gabriel’s Hill, Maidstone, at around 11.50pm on 31 October 2026.
According to Kent Police, a man the woman did not know approached her and allegedly touched her over her clothing before slapping her face. He then left the scene heading towards the High Street.
The suspect is described as a white man in his 20s, about 5ft 8in tall, with a slim build, dark hair and a slight beard. He was wearing a dark long-sleeved top and jeans.
Kent Police published the appeal on 9 November 2026. Anyone who was in the area just before midnight on 31 October — or who has private CCTV or dashcam footage from Gabriel’s Hill and the surrounding streets — is being asked to come forward.
Key information
- Call the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/180582/26
- To report anonymously, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or complete their online form at crimestoppers-uk.org