A man has been robbed in Ramsgate – with the culprit then fleeing in a transit van.
Detectives investigating the report of robbery are now appealing for witnesses.
The incident is reported to have taken place in Nursery Close between 12.50pm and 1.20pm on Friday 9 November.
The victim, a man in his 40s, told officers he had been approached by a man who demanded he hand over his wallet and phone.
The suspect, who is described as being white, 6ft tall, of a stocky build and wearing a grey Lacoste tracksuit, then drove off towards Ramsgate town centre in a Ford Transit van.
Detective Inspector Keith Taylor said: “We are appealing for anyone who saw the incident, or who recognises the description of the suspect – or of a white woman with blonde hair and a red coat who was with him at the time – to contact us.”
If you can help please contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/2528/18. Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111.