Police have issued an e-fit picture of a man who helped raid an elderly woman's home.

The 85-year-old was pushed over after three men called at her house claiming needed to check her water supply.

The incident happened in Mortimer Close, South Ashford, during the evening of Tuesday, April 22.

The woman answered the door to three men who claimed they needed to check her water supply as there was an emergency.

They pushed her over, searched her home and stole her purse containing a small quantity of cash before leaving.

One of the men is described as white, aged 40-50, 5ft 7in tall, of medium build, brown hair, wearing a khaki top or jacket. He spoke with a southern accent, his clothing is described as very dirty and his hair was untidy.

Officers are possibly linking this burglary to a similar incident, which happened on the same evening in Sir John Moore Avenue, Hythe.

An 80 year-old lady was at her home when a man forced his way through her front door. She shouted at him and he ran out of the building and was joined by two other men, and all three drove off in a vehicle.

That man is described as white, heavy stubble, rugged complexion, short dark hair, wearing a jacket or anorak with a light coloured top underneath.

Anyone with information should contact South Kent police on 01303 289180 or the Crimestoppers Hotline on 0800 555111.