Police have launched an urgent hunt for a 6ft man after a woman was ‘sexually assaulted’ in an alleyway.
Officers are investigating a serious report of violence in Gillingham following the encounter at 9.25pm yesterday.
It is alleged a man pulled the victim into an alleyway as she was walking in Saunders Street, near the junction with St George’s Road, before sexually assaulting her.
The suspect, who is reported to have been in possession of a knife, was disturbed by a dog and then fled the scene.
He is described as being black, in his 50s, more than 6ft tall, with black hair that was short at the side and curlier on top.
It is thought he was wearing dark jogging bottoms and dark blue Nike trainers.
Officers attended the area and an investigation is underway.
Detectives at Kent Police have appealed to any witnesses who have not yet spoken out to contact them.
Residents with private CCTV and motorists with dashcam who were in the area at the time of the alleged attack are also being asked to check for footage that may assist.
Anyone with information should call 01303 289600, quoting reference 46/148450/25.
Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555111 or contacted via completing an online form.