Police are investigating an attempted robbery in Maidstone when a delivery man was forced from his car in broad daylight.

A 41-year-old man was delivering the package to an address in Highland Road at 1pm on Friday.

He reported that as he returned to his car – a blue Renault Megane - a man forced him from the car and attempted to take it.

The suspect, who was dressed in black, was unsuccessful and left the scene.

Officers are now appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information should contact Detective Constable Claire Beckett on 01732 379147.

Alternatively, contact Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting crime reference YY/24655/14.

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