Police are stepping up the hunt for two men who assaulted a teenager.

The incident happened in Beaver Road, Ashford, during the evening of December 1.

This week they issued description of the men they are seeking.

The 16 year-old was waiting on Beaver Road close to the alley that leads to Victoria Park at about 7.30pm, when two men crossed the road and he was punched.

After another man parked in the Home Plus car park and shouted at the attackers, they made off in the direction of the station.

Police are anxious to speak to him and anyone else with information about the incident.

The offenders are both described as white, aged 23-24.

One was, 6ft 1in tall of thin build with short, black spiked hair, wearing a grey hooded top with the hood up, black trousers, white trainers and possibly black gloves.

The second was 5ft 9in tall, of broad build, with blonde, short spiked hair, wearing black trousers, navy blue/grey and white stripped coat and white trousers. He spoke with a deep voice, and had a stud in one ear.

Anyone with information should contact South Kent police on 01303 289180 or call the Crimestoppers Hotline on 0800 555000.