A schoolboy has been arrested on suspicion of assault after allegedly wielding a knife in a fight.

Police were called to Hythe Road in Ashford following reports of the brawl, which involved pupils from the North School in Essella Road.

The 16-year-old boy was later arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of an offensive weapon.

The brawl - which left another teenage boy hurt - was witnessed by a number of schoolchildren as well as passing drivers.

It happened at about 8.45am on Monday.

The 16-year-old who was arrested has been released pending further investigation.

'The school dealt with the incident in line with our behaviour and discipline policy and is assisting police with their inquires...' - head teacher Anna Lawrence

North School head teacher Anna Lawrence says the school is in contact with police.

She said: “We are aware of an incident that took place in Hythe Road on Monday involving students from The North School.

"The school dealt with the incident in line with our behaviour and discipline policy and is assisting police with their inquires.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may help the investigation is asked to contact police by calling 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/41511/19.

The incident has happened on the same day that official figures revealed that Kent has seen the fastest rise in knife crime in the entire country.