A gang of four tried to mug a teenage boy outside a fried chicken shop in a town centre.

The 17-year-old victim was approached near Favorite Chicken and Ribs in Pencester Road, Dover.

Police say the gang – all males and also thought to be in their mid to late teens – “are reported to have acted in a threatening manner while asking if the victim had anything he could give to them”.

A spokesman added: “They left empty-handed when the victim demonstrated he had nothing.”

This attempted robbery happened opposite the entrance to Pencester Gardens at shortly after 8pm last Saturday.

A friend of the boy was also reported to have been chased by members of the same group.

Nobody was injured and nothing was stolen.

Police want witnesses to call an appeal line on 01843 222289, quoting reference number 46/180612/23.

You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org