A manhunt has been launched after a woman was sexually assaulted in broad daylight.

Police say the victim was walking on a footpath between Singleton Lake and Brookfield Road in Ashford when a man walked up behind her and touched her inappropriately over her clothing.

The incident happened shortly before 1pm yesterday.

A police spokesman said: "The man is described as in his early 30s, white, around 5ft, 8ins tall, with a ginger beard.

"He was reportedly wearing jeans, a grey hooded top and a black leather jacket."

Anyone with any information which could assist enquiries is urged to call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/47440/23.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.