A man in his 40s has been left with a broken jaw following an assault in Sittingbourne.

He was walking from the High Street along an alley towards St Michael's Road between 10pm on Saturday, May 13 and 1amon Sunday, May 14 when he was allegedly assaulted from behind and lost consciousness.

He suffered a cut to his face and broken jaw, and was taken to hospital for medical treatment.

The alley is between the High Street and the St John Ambulance Station by Sittingbourne Methodist Church.

Police are investigating.

It is believed there were a number of people in the High Street at the time.

Anyone with information should call police on 01795 419119, quoting crime reference XY/022403/17.To remain anonymous, contact Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.