A man was stabbed during a robbery on a seafront.

Police and paramedics were called to Royal Crescent, Margate, during the early hours of this morning after the man was discovered with a knife wound.

He said he was attacked by a number of people who swiped cash and trainers from him at about 4.20am.

The man was taken to a London hospital where his condition is said to be stable.

Following a search of the area, a knife was found by police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/135746/20, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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