A man who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been released without charge.

Officers were called to the High Street at 5.57pm, opposite the White Lion pub on Thursday, June 28.

They found a man with a serious injury consistent with a stab wound.

He was taken to a London hospital in a serious condition but has since been discharged.

The 38-year-old was arrested on July 3 and released on bail until yesterday, where he was released without charge.

The Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate is investigating the circumstances and are keen to hear from any witnesses that are yet to contact Kent Police.

Anyone with information can call police on 01634 884010 quoting 28-1034.

Alternatively they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.