A young man was was assaulted and left with serious head injuries, after he crossed paths with a huge group of up to 30 people, in Maidstone.

Officers are appealing for witnesses after the assault, which took place on a footpath between Maidstone East train station and St Peter's Street.

The incident happened on Thursday, July 30, between 4 and 5pm.

The victim, a man in his twenties, and a friend came across a group of around 20 to 30 young men and teenagers, heading in the opposition direction.

It is alleged there was an altercation which led to the assault and it is believe he then fell and hit his head on the floor.

He returned home and an ambulance was called. The victim has since been discharged but suffered serious head injuries.

DC Chris Welham, of Maidstone CID, said: "We are continuing to investigate the full circumstances surrounding this assault and are following a number of lines of enquiry.

"We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen this large group of around 20 to 30 young men and teenagers - either before, during or after the incident took place.’

If you can help, contact Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/133932/20. You can also call Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

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