A 21-year-old man has been arrested after two women were reportedly sexually assaulted on the same day.

Earlier this month, police issued an appeal after a man reportedly 'touched two women on the legs' in Hawks Way and Knoll Lane in Ashford.

On Monday, March 4, one woman said she was approached by a man in an alleyway near Hawkes Way at around 2pm as she walked her dog.

The man allegedly spoke to the victim briefly about her dog before touching the top of her leg.

Just an hour later, another woman reported a similar incident in Knoll Lane at about 3pm when she was also touched on the leg while walking along a footpath.

Police have arrested a 21-year-old, matching the description of the suspect, on Monday, March 25. He has been released pending further investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/41486/19 for Hawks Way and 46/41690/19 for Knoll Lane.

Alternatively contact Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

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