A man was taken to hospital after reportedly being verbally and physically assaulted by a group of teenagers at Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Kent Police is investigating a report of an assault that happened outside Bluewater in around 9.30pm on Thursday (November 10)

It is reported a man in his 20s was walking through the Lower Winter Garden food court when he was verbally abused by a group of teenagers.

The abuse continued into the Winter Garden car park when it is reported the victim was assaulted by members of the group.

The victim suffered cuts to his face that required hospital treatment.

One of the group is described as male, white, 16 to 17 years old with short brown hair.

Anyone who has any information is asked to contact Kent Police by calling 01474 366149 quoting reference XY/044996/16.

Alternatively contact Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.