A man had an irritating 'substance' squirted in his face before having his hat stolen by moped thieves in Northfleet.

Kent Police are investigating a robbery which took place between 7pm and 7.20pm yesterday (Monday November 27).

Two thieves rode up to a man walking along Hall Road and sprayed a "liquid" in his face.

They then stole his hat.

A spokeswoman confirmed to News Shopper that this incident is not being related to any other 'acid attacks'.

She said: "The liquid was not believed to be acidic or noxious however it caused irritation to the victim who was taken to hospital as a precaution."

Enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

No arrests have been made.