The victim, a woman in her 60s, opened the door of her home when a man then forced his way into the property at around 12.05pm on Tuesday 27 June 2023. She was sexually assaulted over clothing before she was able to get the offender out of the property.

The suspect was described as a slim white man, 5 feet and 10 inches tall, with short white hair and white facial stubble. He was believed to be wearing a checked padded shirt jacket, khaki cargo shorts, a grey vest top and light brown boots.

The incident was reported to Kent Police two days later and a man was arrested and bailed while enquiries continue.

Anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious or anyone with private CCTV footage of the street should call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/115892/23. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111, or complete the form on their website.