A woman was sexually assaulted as she walked by the River Stour.

She reported the incident after a man attacked her in Barton Mill Road, Canterbury, in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Police say the assault happened between 1.15am and 2.30am.

The victim reported that a man spoke to her and shortly afterwards she was attacked near to the river.

The man is described as mixed race with a London accent.

He was wearing a black padded jacket and dark clothing.

Officers want to speak to anyone who was in the area and saw or heard anything suspicious.

Witnesses should call 01843 222289 quoting 46/35061/20.

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