Police are searching for a hooded male suspect who raped and physically assaulted a woman while visiting a…

November 17, 2024, 5:12 PM

Kent Police have appealed for more information as they hunt for the ‘masked’ suspect who sexually assaulted a woman visiting a grave.

The woman was visiting a cemetery in Church Street, Edenbridge, when she was ‘physically and sexually assaulted’ by an ‘unknown man’.

In a statement on the Kent Police website, the force said the attack took place between 9pm and 9.30pm on Saturday, November 9, 2024.

The incident was reported to Kent Police on Tuesday, November 12.

Kent Police added: “The suspect was described as being of quite tall and slim build. He was wearing a jacket which may have had a fur hood.”

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“Officers continue to carry out a range of investigations to establish the full circumstances, including on-site forensic analysis, CCTV capability checks and extensive door-to-door inquiries.

“Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to come forward.

“Motorists with dashcams who may have been in the area, as well as businesses and residents with doorbell cameras or CCTV, are also asked to check for any important footage.”

The public has been asked to provide information by contacting Kent Police on 01622 652006, quoting reference 46/192603/24. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their online form.