A YOUNG man has been robbed of his mobile phone and assaulted by two men as he was walking home.

The 19-year-old was walking along the lower part of Castle Road, Chatham, in the early hours when he was attacked by two men of Eastern European appearance.

They stole his mobile phone, a blue Nokia, and assaulted him, causing fractures to both legs.

One of the robbers is described as 21-years-old and 6ft 1ins tall with a moustache. He was wearing a green fleece.

The second robber was also about 21 and 5ft 9ins tall, wearing a brown fleece.

Both offenders were described as "dark European."

Anyone who may have seen something or have information in connection with the incident is asked to contact Medway Police on 01634 884252 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.