A hunt has been launched after teenage boy was followed by a suspicious man near a park.

Police investigating the incident near Radnor Park in Folkestone earlier this month have today released an image of a suspect they want to speak to.

It was reported a 17-year-old boy was followed while he walking along the road.

The incident is said to have happened on Radnor Park Road at around 3.15pm on Saturday, October 1.

Police say no physical or verbal contact was made but they wish to speak to him to establish the circumstances.

He is described as white, aged around 40-years-old and of medium build.

He was wearing a smart black or dark-coloured woollen blazer, white and blue trainers with jeans and woollen gloves.

Anyone with information about the incident or if they have seen this man is asked to contact Kent Police.

Call 01843 222289 or Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 quoting reference number SI/ZY/8775/16.