Police are appealing for witnesses after a man reportedly threatened hotel bar staff with a knife.

He attempted to buy a drink at Hempstead House, on London Road, Bapchild, with what is believed to be a counterfeit £50 note.

When staff challenged him, he produced a knife before running away.

Officers have now released images of the incident which occurred on New Year’s Eve at around 5.15pm.

Anyone with information on the man’s identity is urged to contact PC Dave Hanslow on 01634 792350 quoting crime reference XY/46019/14. Or call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.