Sexual Assault Gillingham 25/08/25
Police are investigating a report of sexual assault as a female was pulled into an alleyway off Saunders Street, Gillingham on the evening of 25/08/25.
Sexual Assault Saunders Street, Gillingham 25/08/25
Kent Police is investigating a report of a serious sexual assault on a woman in Gillingham.
The incident happened as the victim was walking in Saunders Street, near the junction with St George's Road, approx. 9.25pm on Monday 25 August 2025.
It is alleged a man pulled the woman into an alleyway before sexually assaulting her.
The suspect was disturbed by a dog and then fled the scene.
He is described as being black, in his 50s, 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 now underway. Detectives are appealing to any witnesses who have not yet spoken to the police to contact them.
Residents with private CCTV and motorists with dashcam who were in the area at the time of the incident, are also asked to check for footage that may assist.
Contact Information
Anyone with information which may assist the investigation, including CCTV, dashcam or Ring doorbell footage, are urged to contact the Major Crime Unit via the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) using this link.
Alternatively call the Major Crime Appeal Line on 01303 289600 to leave contact details.
You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.