POLICE have launched an investigation after a teenager was shot with a pellet from a weapon fired from a passing car.

A 17-year-old victim was in Stanhope Road at Ashford when the incident occurred. He was not injured.

It is believed the shot came from a Silver Lexus with blacked-out windows.

As it passed the young man, the front passenger window was wound down. The victim saw a white, bald male, aged between 20-24, pointing a gun at him. Seconds later the pellet was released. The car then sped then off.

The incident happened at around 9.50pm last Thursday. Anyone with information about the car or the incident is asked to contact Ashford Police on 01233 619167.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers Hotline on 0800 555111. Calls to Crimestoppers are free, you do not have to give your name and you may be eligible for a reward.