A teenage boy has been attacked by a masked gang who kicked him before stealing his bike.

The youngster was cycling in Clements Road, Ramsgate , at about 1.30pm on Saturday when he was approached by a group of four people who asked for his bicycle.

When he refused, they kicked him before taking his bike.

The four suspects are believed to be male and were wearing black masks and unmarked tracksuits at the time of the robbery.

The bicycle is described as a red modified SE Fast Ripper with black and metallic orange tyres.

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/173079/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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