A man was airlifted to hospital after being slashed in the face yesterday evening.

Police and paramedics were called to Luton Road, Chatham, at around 5pm after reports of a knife attack.

The victim was treated at the scene before being flown to King's College Hospital, London.

The injury is not reported to be life threatening.

Spokesman for the police James Walker said: "At present inquiries into the incident remain ongoing and no arrests have been made."

Anyone with information can call Kent Police on 01634 792209 quoting XY/66982/18. Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555 111.