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Rochester man charged with attempted murder after serious assault in High Street

A man has been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing.

Kent Police was called to Rochester High Street at 9pm on Thursday (November 2) following a report a man had been assaulted at an address there.

The assault is reported to have happened in Rochester High Street on Thursday (November 2). Picture: Alex Watson
The assault is reported to have happened in Rochester High Street on Thursday (November 2). Picture: Alex Watson

Officers attended along with South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb).

A man in his 30s was taken to a local hospital where he was treated for injuries consistent with stab wounds.

He has since been released from hospital.

Following inquiries, a man, who is known to the victim, was arrested at the property.

Detectives from North Kent CID have since charged Daniel Baker with attempted murder and possession of a knife in a public place.

Daniel Baker will appear before Maidstone Crown Court on December 4. Picture: Stock image
Daniel Baker will appear before Maidstone Crown Court on December 4. Picture: Stock image

The 29-year-old, of Rochester High Street, appeared before Medway Magistrates’ Court today (November 4).

He has been remanded in custody to appear before Maidstone Crown Court on December 4 this year.

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