Police are investigating after a teenager was allegedly assaulted by a group of men with baseball bats.

Officers are appealing for witnesses after being called to Canal Road, Strood, at around 11pm on Saturday.

A 19-year-old victim suffered a cut to his head and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Investigating officer detective sergeant Hannah Brown said: "This was a violent assault and we have been completing enquiries to identify those responsible.

"It is understood some of the suspects arrived at the scene and left in a dark Ford Fiesta, and we are appealing for any witnesses to contact us.

"We are also asking residents with CCTV and drivers with dashcam to check for footage that may assist our investigation."

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01634 792209, quoting crime reference 46/195126/22.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.