A man was taken to hospital after being stabbed when a gang set upon him in a late-night attack.

Emergency services were called to the scene in the centre of Canterbury just before 10pm yesterday.

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the assault, as detectives launch an appeal to identify three more people who they believe may have been involved.

A police spokesman said: "It is reported a man was assaulted in Canterbury Lane by a group of males and sustained an injury consistent with a stab wound.

"He was taken to a local hospital for treatment and was later discharged.

"We are asking people to check if they have any relevant dashcam or doorbell camera footage and witnesses are urged to contact us with any information that may be relevant to the inquiry."

Anyone with information should call police on 01843 222289, quoting the reference number 46/66420/22, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.