Rochester teen arrested after girl sexually assaulted in Binney Road near Allhallows Marshes
Published: 15:15, 21 March 2023
Updated: 15:30, 21 March 2023
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested after a girl was sexually assaulted.
Police made the arrest after the victim fought off a 6ft male in Binney Road, next to Allhallows Marshes, on Thursday, March 16.
The victim was allegedly assaulted at around 8pm while she was walking along the road.
Yesterday, a teenager from Rochester was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. He remains in custody.
Police are continuing to appeal for anyone with information to come forward.
A spokesman said: "Officers would like to speak to anyone who may have been in the area, saw anything suspicious or who has dashcam, CCTV or doorbell cameras which might assist enquiries."
Anyone with any information is asked to use the Major Incident Public Portal here or call Kent Police on 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/48962/23.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete its online form.
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