A teenager stared down the barrel of an imitation gun after a car stopped in front of him in a busy Ramsgate road.

Police are calling for the boy to come foward after the incident at around 8.20pm in Newington Road, Ramsgate at around 8.20pm.

It is said the car stopped beside him and the front seat passenger pointed a gun at him.

The victim ran off and has not been seen since. Officers are now appealing for witnesses and have also urged the victim to contact them.

Two men from Ramsgate aged 20 and 21 have been arrested and released on bail.

Anyone with information should contact DC Steve Tring on 01227 868278, quoting crime reference number ZY/39772/13.

Alternatively if you have information but would prefer to remain anonymous call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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