CCTV released in attacks inquiry

Detectives have released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to about attacks on three lone women.

One woman was sexually assaulted and two others were physically attacked on Greatstone seafront in New Romney.

Kent Police said they believe the attacks, which happened within a six-hour period on Friday night into Saturday morning, are linked.

A spokesperson for the force said the two men in the CCTV footage were in area and may have vital information.

Det Ins Lee Whitehead, from Kent Police, said: "We would urge these men to come forward and speak to officers.

"We know they were in the area of the seafront on the evening of the attacks, and we believe they may be able to assist with our inquiry.

"It is also important that anyone who knows these men contacts us so that we can speak with them."

House-to-house inquiries

The first two women were attacked in Grand Parade after 2030 GMT on Friday and the third sexually assaulted in The Parade at 0230 GMT on Saturday.

A mobile police station has been set up nearby to reassure people and house-to-house inquiries have taken place.

Police said that had resulted in a number of new leads which were being followed up by the investigation team.

Officers have urged people not to walk alone, and to ensure they let others know of their whereabouts, including details of when they are likely to arrive at a particular place.

Det Ins Whitehead added: "We also want to talk to anyone who may have either witnessed or encountered any unusual activity in this area in the past few months."