KENT Police have issued the image of a man they are keen to speak to in connection with an attempted robbery at a betting shop.

The incident occurred at the Coral Betting Shop in Delce Road, Rochester, at around 9.30pm on Wednesday, August 22.

The female manager was closing up when a man grabbed her and demanded that she lock the door. She screamed and the would-be robber ran off. Nothing was stolen during the incident.

PC Bal Billen, who is investigating the incident, said: "I would ask anyone who may be able to help is identify this man to contact the police. All calls will be fully researched and treated in the strictest confidence."

Anyone who can help police with the investigation is asked to contact Medway Police Station quoting reference DZ/17219/07 on 01634 792527 or Kent CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111.