A teenager has been assaulted in an underpass in Canterbury after a gang demanded he hand over money and his phone.

It happened in the subway leading to the Beverley Meadow in St Stephen's during which an 18-year-old was hit from behind causing swelling and bruising to his eye and mouth.

The victim who was with a friend was confronted by a group of males aged between 14 and 20.

The youth who threatened him is described as white, aged 14-15-years-old, about 5ft 4ins tall and was wearing a grey hoodie.

Police investigating the attempted robbery say it was reported to have happened around 6.45pm on Wednesday, January 18.

Detective Constable Colin Glover said: "We would like to hear from anyone who may have seen this group before or after the incident or anyone who may have seen the incident happen to come forward.”

Anyone with information should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference ZY/2322/17.