It was reported that the victim, aged in his late teens, was walking with two friends in the city’s St George’s Street when they spoke to another group of people. The victim was assaulted shortly after that, sustaining a head injury and requiring hospital treatment.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to the incident which took place at around 4am on Saturday 7 October 2023.

As part of their continuing enquiries, they have released a second CCTV image of three men they would like to identify and speak to as they may have information which could assist the investigation.

Witnesses, or anyone who recognises the men, should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/180390/23.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form on their website