An individual was taken to the hospital by helicopter after being stabbed in an incident close to a military base.

A violent incident occurred on a peaceful street in Chatham, Kent, specifically on Sally Port Gardens. A man, believed to be a British soldier, was brutally attacked with a knife outside an army base. The victim was found wounded 200m away from Brompton Barracks at approximately 6pm. Witnesses in the area reported seeing the attacker, armed with two kitchen knives, viciously assault the man.

The situation escalated quickly, with emergency services rushing to the scene as soon as they were notified. The severity of the situation was evident as photos on social media showed a large number of emergency vehicles and personnel in the area. Kent Police confirmed that they have arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the attack.

The Ministry of Defence has also released a statement regarding the incident, stating that they are aware of the situation and are closely monitoring it. However, they cannot disclose any further details as the case is currently being investigated by Kent Police.

According to a spokesperson from Kent Police, the assault occurred on Tuesday 23 July 2024 at around 5.55pm in Sally Port Gardens, Gillingham. The victim, a man in his 40s, sustained serious injuries from stab wounds and was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. As of now, his condition is described as serious. The suspect, a 24-year-old man, was apprehended by officers at around 6.20pm and is being held on suspicion of attempted murder.

As the investigation continues, a cordon has been placed around the scene of the crime and residents are advised to expect a police presence in the area. The Agency, a local news outlet, is actively sharing updates on the incident through their Twitter and Facebook pages. They are also offering a convenient option for readers to receive daily notifications on their devices by signing up for their push alerts.

The community is shocked and saddened by this violent attack and is hoping for a swift resolution to this unsettling situation. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim and his loved ones during this difficult time. We urge anyone with information to come forward and assist the authorities in their investigation. Let us stand together as a community against such acts of violence.

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