Police investigating two racist attacks have released pictures of men they want to speak to.

Detectives are continuing to investigate after a family was pelted with stones and a man and his dog were attacked in Folkestone.

The first came after three men were seen being racially abusive towards people walking along The Leas.

When a couple intervened and challenged the group, the man was assaulted and his dog was kicked.

At around a similar time, a family sitting nearby on the beach at Sandgate Esplanade, near the Earls Avenue area, was approached and racially abused.

The two attacks came within minutes of each other at around 5.30pm on Monday, June 20, and police believe they are linked.

Following investigations, police have released the images of three men they believe can assist them in connection with the incidents.

Detectives also want to hear from any witnesses who might have information regarding either incident, while anyone who has dash cam footage taken in either area is also urged to come forward.

Witnesses should call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/118824/22 or call Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or using the online form on the website.