A girl was pushed to the ground by a man in Kings Hill at the weekend.

The assault happened at around 4pm in an area of land between Lavenders Road and Mareda Court on Sunday.

The man ran off when the girl's friends called out to her.

The victim, a secondary school pupil, did not suffer any serious injuries, but received attention at Maidstone hospital.

She did not know her attacker who is described as white, in his late 40s or 50s, and wearing a black hooded jumper, black jogging bottoms, a black woollen hat, black gloves and black trainers.

Anyone with information that may assist the police investigation is asked to call 01622 604100, quoting crime reference 46/73844/21.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111.

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