The hunt is on for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman while she was walking her dog in an Ashford park.

The attack is said to have happened in the park off Hythe Road - between Osbourne Road and Waterside - at about 5.40pm on Monday.

The 33-year-old victim was walking her dog when she said a man pulled her to the ground by her hair.

He then sat astride the woman, but ran away in the direction of Hythe Road when her dog started barking.

Now police have released an efit of a man they are seeking over the attack.

They are appealing for anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

The attacker is described as in his 40s, about 6ft and wearing a black jacket, jeans and trainers.

Witnesses or anyone who recognises the man is asked to phone DC Anjali Howard on 01303 289220 or 101, giving reference ZY/32796/13, or Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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