Police have launched an investigation after a level crossing pedestrian gate beside a historic railway station was damaged.

The gate beside the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway line is situated on a footpath which runs between Dunes Road in Greatstone and Church Lane in New Romney.

Officers would like to identify three teenage boys who were in the area at the time of the incident.

They are described as white, aged around 15 – and around 5ft 4in tall.

One had brown hair and wore a black sweatshirt, black shorts and white footwear.

The second boy wore a grey and black jacket with the hood up, black jogging bottoms and white trainers. He also had a small black bag worn across his body.

The third boy wore a black jacket, black trousers and black footwear.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information regarding the damage or the identity of the three boys should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/130344/23.

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