A delivery driver was attacked and had his van stolen while out on his rounds.

Detectives launched an investigation following reports of an assault in Graveney Road, Senacre, near Maidstone.

The incident happened yesterday at around 5.30pm.

A delivery driver is alleged to have been assaulted as he returned to his parked van which was then stolen.

The suspect is described as being white, around 30 years old and wearing a black jacket, blue jeans and a woollen hat.

The van was later found unattended in Whitebeam Drive, Coxheath.

PC Ashleigh Fell, of Maidstone CID, said: "Investigators have been checking CCTV in the area and we are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to call the appeal line.

"We are also asking motorists with dashcam and residents with privately held CCTV, to check for footage that may assist the investigation."

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/28452/22.

You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org