A man has been arrested after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted while paddling in the sea.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the incident at about 2.30pm on Saturday (August 10) in Broadstairs.

The victim is believed to have been approached by a man who touched her leg while she was in the sea at Viking Bay, near The Parade.

The girl then moved away before the incident was reported to lifeguards.

Police arrested a 33-year-old man from London shortly afterwards.

He has since been released on bail, with conditions, pending further inquiries.

Anyone with information is being urged to contact 01843 222289, quoting 46/134275/24.

People can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.