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Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was grabbed from behind and sexually assaulted early this morning.
The attack took place at about 4.50am today in Chart Road, Ashford.
Police say the woman was walking from the roundabout towards the traffic lights when she was grabbed from behind by a man who pulled her into an alleyway.
She was touched inappropriately before the victim was able to free herself from the suspect and escape.
The attacker is described as a white man of medium build with short hair. He was about 5ft 9in tall.
Anyone who saw or heard anything, as well as those who have private CCTV or dashcam footage taken in the area around the time, should call police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/227585/22.
Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form.