Three people have been arrested after a man in his 40s was stabbed in a high street.
The alleged assault happened in Dartford town centre at around 8.30pm last night (Friday).
High Street in Dartford. Library image
It is reported there was an altercation between six people following a verbal disagreement.
Police and paramedics were called to the scene in the high street where a man in his 40s had suffered injuries consistent with stab wounds.
He was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
It is understood those involved are known to each other.
A 33-year-old man, a 49-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman have been arrested in connection with the incident. They all remain in custody whilst enquiries continue.
An investigation is ongoing, and officers are appealing to anyone who saw a man being assaulted to contact them.
CCTV in the town centre is being reviewed, and those with relevant mobile phone footage are also urged to get in touch.
Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01474 366149 , quoting reference 46/151142/26.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form.