A woman has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon after a shop worker was hit with a noxious substance.

The incident happened at a branch of Tesco Express in Maidstone after a woman acting suspiciously was challenged by a member of staff.

It is alleged the suspect then became abusive and spilt a noxious substance on the employee at the Tonbridge Road store.

The victim did not suffer any injury in the altercation, which happened at around 4.40pm on November 20.

A 42-year-old woman from Maidstone was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and committing a public order offence.

She was later bailed to return to police on December 14.

Anyone who saw the incident and has not yet spoken to officers should call 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/207619/20

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