Police are hunting a suspect who reportedly slammed a blunt object into his victim’s head during a street attack.

Officers are also hoping to trace the victim who left the scene after suffering the blow at 5.30pm in Bradstone Road, Folkestone.

Police were called on Saturday with reports a suspect had assaulted the individual near the Clarence Street junction.

The victim is understood to have left the scene in the opposite direction of the suspect.

A dark-coloured Audi Q7 was seen in the area at the time.

The victim has not yet contacted police and officers are working to identify those involved.

Anyone with information about the incident, including CCTV, dashcam or mobile footage, is urged to contact police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/64070/24.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555111 or complete its online form.