Man charged in connection with Strood assault
A man suffered suspected stab wounds after reports of a disturbance in Strood
Detectives investigating a serious assault in Strood have charged a suspect.
Kent Police was called to a report of a disturbance at a property in the High Street, at around 11.40pm on Sunday 6 October 2024.
A short time later patrols were called to Medway Hospital after a man in his 20s arrived with injuries consistent with stab wounds.
He was taken to a London hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.
An investigation was commenced into the incident and, on Wednesday 16 October, a suspect was arrested in Northampton.
Officers also seized a quantity of cannabis.
Raphael Wally, of Wateridge Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, was later charged with wounding with intent and possessing class B drugs with intent to supply.
Mr Wally, 20, appeared before Medway Magistrates’ Court where he was remanded to a hearing at Woolwich Crown Court on Monday 11 November.
In connection with the investigation, officers also detained a man on Monday 7 October.
Callum Clements, of Keary Road, Swanscombe, was later charged with aggravated burglary.
The 26-year-old appeared before Sevenoaks Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 16 October.
He was remanded to the same crown court hearing as Mr Wally.
A third suspect was arrested by officers on Thursday 24 October.
The 20-year-old man from London remains in police custody.
Anyone who has information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact Kent Police.