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Maidstone motorcyclist threatens pensioners in Yalding lane with metal chain

A motorcyclist threatened two pensioners with a heavy chain during a road rage row on a country lane.

The moped driver allegedly swore at the couple and threatened them with a metal chain before riding from the scene in Yalding.

A motorcyclist allegedly threatened pensioners with a metal chain. Stock picture
A motorcyclist allegedly threatened pensioners with a metal chain. Stock picture

Investigators are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following the incident which happened in Hampstead Lane at around 12.05pm on Monday, August 15.

As the pensioner's car travelled over a railway crossing and onto a single carriageway bridge, a black and silver moped came from the opposite direction.

An argument over who had right of way then ensued, police said.

A 31-year-old man from Maidstone was arrested on suspicion of affray on August 19 and has been released on bail, pending further inquiries, until September 15.

Investigating officer, PC Shannon Williams, said: "The victims had the right of way on the bridge and the alleged actions of the motorcyclist were appalling.

"There were other motorists in the area at the time of the incident and we are appealing to witnesses or anybody who has dashcam footage that could assist the investigation, to contact us."

Anyone with information should call 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/160786/22 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.

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