by Nicola Forman

Police are appealing for information after a series of robberies in the early hours of Sunday, August 9.

Officers are linking the incidents, which all took place in the Grovehurst Road area of Kemsley, Sittingbourne, between 2.30am and 3am.

In one incident a 55-year-old man had his wallet taken and in another mobile phones were taken from two 16-year-old girls.

In a separate incident a man matching the robber’s description assaulted a 16-year-old boy. The same man is believed to have threatened a 23-year-old man.

The offender is described as being a young white male, between 5ft 10in and 6ft tall, of slim build with short hair. He was wearing a light-coloured or cream jacket.

Investigating officer Jo Kirkham said: “Robberies like this are unusual and we take them very seriously. We are keen to hear from anyone who has any information to contact us as soon as possible.”

Call Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419337 or Kent Crimestoppers free and in confidence on 0800 555111.