Two children hurled racist abuse at a man before attempting to steal his e scooter.

The incident happened at 4.45pm in Elm Grove, Sittingbourne, on Thursday, January 27.

After shouting at the victim, the children encountered him again in Woodberry Drive at the junction of Keswick Avenue, where one tried to take the scooter.

One of the suspects was 5ft, white, with brown hair, freckles and glasses. He wore black trousers with a top believed to be black or green in colour. The second boy had brown hair and was wearing a grey tracksuit.

DC Charlotte Grant said: “This was a distressing incident for the victim, and we are looking for witnesses who may have been in the area.

“In particular we would like to talk to a member of the public who tried to intervene during the incident.

“We have carried out CCTV enquiries and have spoken to a number of people but would like to hear from anyone who we have not yet spoken to.”

Anybody with information should to call 01795 419119, quoting 46/17429/22.