Detectives investigating a reported kidnapping have issued images of a man they would like to speak to.

It comes after a man in his thirties was allegedly assaulted and dragged from his truck in Headcorn High Street before being forced into a car and driven away.

It happened on April 17, with the victim suffering facial injuries, but the force has today released still images of a man they are seeking to identify.

They believe he may have connections to south-east London.

A police spokesman said: "On Saturday, April 17, the victim had been travelling in a Ford Transit flatbed truck when, at around 2.15pm, he was approached by two men in a car park off the High Street.

"It is reported he was punched in the face and pulled from his vehicle and then made to get into a car the suspects had been travelling in.

"The victim was then driven to other locations, while the suspects are said to have made threats to him to hand over a separate vehicle he owned."

Five days after the incident, Danny Frankham, 29, of Water Lane, Harrietsham, was charged with kidnap and two counts of blackmail.

He appeared at Medway Magistrates’ Court the following day and was remanded in custody until his next hearing, at a date to be confirmed.

Anyone who recognises the man or has information that may assist the investigation is urged to call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/64688/21.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 or by using the anonymous online form.

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