A man was pulled from his car and assaulted after a football was kicked at his vehicle in Gravesend.

Police say the man was driving in Dickens Road, at around 4.50pm on August 4, when he stopped because a football was kicked towards his car.

It is alleged a man pulled him from his car and assaulted him before damaging the vehicle with a piece of wood.

The suspect ran from the scene and officers are now appealing for witnesses to contact them.

Anybody with information that may assist the investigation should call 01474 366149 quoting reference number 46/135573/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111 or visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

A 20-year-old man from Gravesend was arrested on August 5 on suspicion of assault and criminal damage.

He was later bailed to return to the police station on August 26.

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