DETECTIVES in North Kent are appealing for witnesses after a police constable was assaulted in the street.

The PC was allegedly punched in the face as he arrested a 19-year old man for public order offences in King Street, Gravesend.

Police are particularly keen to speak to a man who assisted officers during the incident. He did not leave his details at the scene.

Det Con Andy Jobes, the officer investigating, said: “I would urge this member of the public, or indeed any others who witnessed the incident at about 6.15pm on Friday, April 21, to come forward."

Anyone who can help the police with this matter is asked to contact DC Jobes on 01474 565211, quoting reference 9477.

* A 19-year-old man has been charged with assaulting a constable in the execution of his duty.