Investigators are appealing for witnesses after three people were assaulted in an alleyway.

A man and two women were attacked by a group near a pub in Dartford High Street early on Sunday, August 14.

After the incident, which took place between 1.45am and 2.30am, the victims walked along the High Street where the man was reportedly targeted again.

He suffered serious facial injuries and required hospital treatment.

Three of the suspects are reported to be white men in their mid-20s to 30s – one of them was wearing black glasses and a black t-shirt with yellow and red writing on it.

The other two were wearing white t-shirts, with one wearing grey shorts.

Investigators would like to speak to two people who rode a motorcycle along the alleyway at the end of the first assault.

Any witnesses or anyone with phone or dashcam footage that might assist the investigation, are urged to contact the appeal line.

Anyone with information should call police on 01474 366149 quoting reference 46/157978/22.

People with information can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111 or complete the online form on their website.