A man has been arrested after a woman reported being threatened with a weapon and sexually assaulted.

Police were called to Kingsnorth Gardens in Folkestone at around 12.40pm on Friday.

The victim said she was approached by a man she knew in the park. She alleges she was then threatened with a weapon and raped.

She also suffered a facial injury. Patrols attended the scene, taping off the park while they investigated.

A suspect was later arrested and taken into custody.

Officers also seized a knife and a quantity of drugs.

A 52-year-old man was charged with possession of a bladed article in a public place and possession of cocaine. He was bailed regarding an allegation of a sexual offence and will appear before Margate Magistrates’ Court on Monday (June 9) to answer to the other charges.

Investigators are urging anyone with information that may assist their enquiries to call 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/95193/25. Residents with private CCTV and motorists with dashcam are also asked to check for relevant footage. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form.