The gang of around eight reportedly approached a teenage boy near the Park Crescent entrance to Dane Park and  assaulted him before stealing his bag and phone.

Detectives are now on the case and they’re urging anyone who saw what happened to come forward. If you have any information or dashcam or CCTV footage that could help, please call Kent Police on 01843 222289 and quote reference 46/4635/24.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.

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