A MAN was kneed in the groin when he tried to sexually assault a 16-year-old girl.

Police are seeking help in their attempt to identify the man involved in the incident that took place in Cliftonville Mews, Cliftonville, near Margate, on Saturday, October 7.

The girl was walking through the area between 7.45pm-8pm when she was approached by the man who pushed her against a wall and grabbed her chest and bottom.

The girl responded, causing him to double over and giving her the chance to run away.

The attacker is described as white, about 6ft tall, of slim build, with cropped hair. He was wearing a dark T-shirt with Lonsdale in light-coloured writing on it and dark jogging bottoms. He smelt strongly of alcohol.

* Anyone who witnessed the incident, knows the identity of the man or has any information, is asked to contact PC Andy Eley at Margate police station on 01843 222074.