Four men barged into a house and threatened a family with a knife.

The intruders made their way into a home in Pearmain Walk, Canterbury, yesterday afternoon and brandished the weapon.

They demanded money but fled after being confronted by someone in the house.

The four men were seen leaving in a green metallic 4x4 and drove off in the direction Russet Road.

One of the men is described as tall, with brown hair and wearing a white t-shirt. Another is said to be of medium height, large build and wearing black round glasses.

The third is thought to be about 5ft 5ins tall, with ginger hair and wore a red t-shirt which he used to cover his mouth.

There is no description for the fourth man.

Anyone with information on the robbery, which happened at about 3.30pm, is asked should call police on 01843 222289 quoting reference ZY/046174/18.