Police officers are appealing for witnesses following an alleged stabbing in Dartford.

The incident was reported to have occurred in Spital Street between 2.15am and 2.50am on Saturday (August 20) during a disturbance believed to have involved up to 30 people.

A 25-year-old man received serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in the back.

He was taken to a local hospital and discharged later the same day.

The suspect is described as a heavy built black man, about 6ft tall and aged in his 20s and wearing all dark clothing.

He was seen with another black man who was described as slim and wearing a cap.

Anyone with information is urged to call 01474 366149 quoting crime reference XY/032503/16.

Alternatively contact Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.