Police are hunting a trio after the attempted theft of a cash machine.

The crime is reported to have happened at Hythe BP Service Station, Seabrook Road, Hythe, at 3.19am this morning.

Two men wearing masks were seen trying to remove the ATM from the service station. They left in a white pick-up truck which was being driven by a third man towards Hythe.

Officers are following a number of lines of enquiry and are appealing for anyone with information.

They would like to speak to people who were in the area at the time and who saw any suspicious activity or have dashcam footage that might help the investigation.

If you can help phone Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting reference 46/12378/18.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555 111.