An 18-year-old man has been arrested after an alleged assault on a woman in her 50s.

Police were called to the scene in Folkestone Road, Dover , shortly before 7am yesterday.

The woman reported that she was walking along the road when she was approached by a man who spoke to her and then assaulted her.

She sustained bruising and other injuries which required hospital treatment.

The man from Dover was subsequently arrested in connection with the incident and has been released on bail until November 8 while inquiries continue.

Detective Inspector Cara Ferguson said: "The assault took place near a set of a temporary traffic lights in Folkestone Road, so we believe there are motorists who were in the area and might have seen something which could assist our enquiries."

Any witnesses, or motorists who may have dashcam footage, should call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/187904/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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