A fracas near a petrol station involving four people saw a man assaulted and a woman threatened.

Police were called to the BP petrol station in Beaver Road, Ashford, following a report of a disturbance nearby involving three men and a woman.

It was alleged that threats had been made to a woman by a man who was known to her and who had left the scene.

A second man reported he had been assaulted by the same man and had sustained bruises. There were no reported injuries to the woman.

The incident happened just before 4.30am on Thursday, July 11.

A 40-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident the following day. He has since been bailed pending further inquiries.

The investigation is ongoing and police are urging anyone with relevant information, including dashcam footage, to contact police on 01843 222289, quoting 46/114917/24.

Anyone who was in the area between 4am and 5am on Thursday, July 11 and who could assist officers’ inquiries is urged to come forward.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by completing their online form.