Police have released the descriptions of three balaclava-clad men who raided a post office, making off with about £2,000.

The robbery took place on Monday at Bean Post Office, in Southfleet Road.

Three men, wearing dark clothing - possibly boiler suits, balaclavas and white trainers - went into the shop at about 2.50pm.

They threatened a member of staff, 61, who suffered cuts and bruises.

Then one of the men went behind the shop counter and took about £2,000 cash and some cigarettes.

The three men left in a grey BMW, driven by a fourth man.

One wore a pair of gloves - one pink and one grey.

Two of the men are thought to be white.

Anyone with information can phone Kent Police on 01474 366089 or Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.