A cyclist was robbed by two men, who were also on bikes, in Ashford.

The incident happened in an alleyway between Beaver Road and Bowens Field.

The victim, a man in his 30's, was riding home from work when a male cyclist allegedly stopped in front of him which caused the victim to lose his balance and fall to the floor.

The male cyclist and a second man, also on a bike, then reportedly threatened the victim with violence before stealing his bicycle.

The victim described one of the suspects as white, of thin build, 5ft 9in, with a local accent and an earring.

He was wearing a grey tracksuit top and had short, spikey and fair-coloured hair, and was clean shaven.

The victim described the second suspect as dark skinned, between 5ft 10in and 5ft 11in, with a local accent.

He was wearing a black puffer style jacket, jeans and had black wavy hair which was cut short on the sides, and dark stubble.

The police are now appealing for witnesses to the robbery which happened between 6.35pm and 6.50pm on Friday, May 5.

They are keen to speak to anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the suspects, as well as anyone who may have been offered a red Rock Hopper mountain bike for sale.

Witnesses are asked to call the appeal line on 01843 222 289 quoting reference number ZY/18023/17 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.