A man is in hospital after he was stabbed in Folkestone.

The incident happened yesterday at around 5pm on Dover Road.

The victim, a man in his 20s, received treatment from the South East Coast Ambulance Service before being taken to a London hospital.

Enquiries into the incident are ongoing and detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward

Anyone with information is urged to call the appeal line on 01843 222289 quoting reference 23-0922.

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