Suspect hunted after ‘noxious substance’ thrown on man in Ramsgate graveyard

Witnesses are being sought after a man was assaulted with a noxious substance in Ramsgate.

The victim reported that at about 8.20pm on Sunday 11 February 2024 he was walking along Manston Road and as he entered the St Laurence Graveyard, he had a noxious substance thrown at him.

He was taken to a local hospital for treatment to burns to the back of his head. He remains in hospital where his injuries are described as non-life threatening.

An investigation has been launched to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
No arrests have been made.

District Commander for Thanet, Chief Inspector Ian Swallow said: ‘We would like to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anything to get in touch.

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