AN 18-year-old woman remains seriously ill with multiple injuries after she was struck by a car at The Broadway in Broadstairs.

A 20-year-old man from Chestfield is on police bail after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

A police spokesman confirmed: "He is on bail pending a Crown Prosecution Service decision to prosecute."

Detectives are appealing for witnesses to the incident that happened in the town centre at about 3am on Saturday, January 7. It left the woman with serious injuries to her face, as well as a broken leg, pelvis, fingers, jaw and cheekbone.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Det Sgt Claire Munday, on 01843 222053.