Phone and keys stolen in attack

Police are appealing for information after a man was violently attacked and robbed by two men in Victoria Road, Ashford.

Officers are urging anyone who knows anything about the robbery, which took place on Monday, May 30, at around 1am, to come forward.

The victim was reportedly crossing the footbridge from Elwick Road to Victoria Road when he was set upon by his two attackers, who took his mobile phone and keys.

They are both described as Asian in appearance, with one possibly wearing a white T-shirt, and are said to have run towards the town centre.

Det Con Geoffrey Kirya, who is investigating the incident, said: “This was a violent attack and we are keen to speak to anybody who may have seen the robbery or the two men running away from the scene.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01843 222289 quoting reference ZY/017716/16.

Alternatively contact Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.