Police are appealing for information after a man in his 60s was punched to the ground in an attempted robbery in Tunbridge Wells.

The man was walking in Brook Road near the junction with Oak Road on Sunday, December 7 when he was approached by two males, one of whom punched him to the floor at about 9pm.

They continued to assault their victim while demanding money from him, but left empty-handed. The man suffered cuts and bruises and required hospital treatment.

The suspects are both described as being aged 19-20, slim and about 5ft 5in.

Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call police on 01732 379144 quoting crime reference YY/24865/14. Alternatively call Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.