Couple threatened with screwdriver in Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill
13:14, 11 November 2020
updated: 13:31, 11 November 2020
Police are hunting a man who threatened a couple with a screwdriver when they asked him to observe social distancing.
The incident happened around 1.30pm on Saturday near Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill.
A man in his 60s was walking over a footbridge with his wife and their dog, when they were approached by a stranger.
The victim asked the man to observe social distancing, and it is alleged he pulled a screwdriver from his pocket and threatened him.
The suspect is described as being in his 30s to 40s, around 5ft10in, of medium build with short black hair and a black and grey beard. He was wearing a navy blue coat with a fur trimmed hood.
Investigating officer Sgt Sarah Alvey, of the Tonbridge and Malling Community Safety Unit, said: "We are making inquiries to locate the person responsible for this distressing incident and are hoping someone recognises the description or saw the suspect in the vicinity.
"He continued walking towards Walderslade and I would also ask motorists who may have been in the area between 1pm and 2pm to check for any dashcam footage that shows a man fitting the description given."
Anybody with information should contact police on 01622 604100, quoting crime reference 46/200647/20.
You can also call Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111.
