A driver is being hunted by police after reportedly fleeing the scene of a crash.

The police helicopter was also launched to help officers searching in Chatham following the incident last night.

Officers were called at 8.35pm to Chalkpit Hill in the town after reports a Land Rover Freeland had been crashed.

It was also reported the driver had run off and a search of the area was started.

But police were unable to track down the suspect.

A spokesman said inquiries are ongoing today in a bid to locate him.