A sex attacker was caught after he licked his victim's face, leaving vital DNA evidence.

Ashley Niblett, 20, who worked handing out leaflets in Maidstone for the town's pubs and clubs, raped one woman and attempted to rape another.

Both victims were unknown to Niblett - who struck when they were alone and completely vulnerable.

Niblett, of Dover Street, Maidstone, admitted rape and attempted rape when he appeared at Maidstone Crown Court. He will be sentenced on May 11.

For the full story, see the print edition of the Kent Messenger, out on Friday.

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