A man was taken to hospital after being hit in the face by a “catapult” outside a pub.

Police and paramedics were called to Farningham High Street at around 10pm last night (February 21).

It had been reported that what was thought to be a catapult had been used following a verbal altercation outside The Chequers pub.

A man sustained facial injuries and was taken to a local hospital. It has been reported damage was caused to his teeth.

His condition was understood not to be serious and inquiries into the assault are ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding the incident should call Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting 46/30380/25.