A schoolgirl was subjected to a sexual assault by a man in an alleyway in Minster on the Isle of Sheppey.

The man is described as white, in his 40s. He was wearing a black hooded jumper, a black face mask and grey jogging bottoms.

The incident occurred at around 3.45pm on Monday, March 29, in the alley that connects Minster Road and Blatcher Close.

He left the scene in the direction of Minster Road, when a second person walked along the alleyway.

Police are appealing for that person to come forward as a potential witness..

DS Brian Crane said: "It’s quite likely that the witness would have been unaware that an offence had taken place, but they may recall seeing a man talking with a schoolgirl as they walked in the alley.

"Any information they have, no matter how small it may seem, could greatly assist us with our inquiries and we would encourage them to contact us at their earliest convenience.

"Likewise, we would be keen to hear from anyone with privately held CCTV, or dash cam footage, that captures a man in the vicinity at the time of this incident."

The potential witness was wearing a grey hooded jacket, but police do not know if it was a man or a woman.

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01795 419119 quoting 46/53036/21.

You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.

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