Detectives have released CCTV images after a Rolex with "huge sentimental value" was stolen.

The watch was robbed from a man in The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, at around 12.25pm on Tuesday, January 10, after he was distracted by two women asking for directions.

The victim, who is in his 50s, provided the pair with directions after they reportedly spoke to him in foreign languages and suggested they could not communicate in English.

One of the women grasped his wrist and started shaking his hand, bringing it to her chest.

Moments later, the victim realised his watch had been stolen and the suspects had left the scene, possibly getting into a car being driven by a third offender.

DS Rachel Howson of West Kent CID said: "It is likely that the suspects have targeted other potential victims in and around the Tunbridge Wells area and we are urging anyone who may have noticed anything suspicious to contact us."

She added the stolen watch, a Rolex Air-King bearing the serial number 160 Y297696, is of "huge sentimental value" to the victim, having belonged to his late father.

Anyone with information is urged to call the appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/6560/23.

People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111 or use the online form on their website.