A young woman was robbed as she made her way back to her car in a secluded part of a car park.

Police are now appealing for witnesses about the incident in the car park at Cressfield, South Ashford on Sunday, August 3, shortly before 9pm.

A 27-year-old local woman was walking to her car, which was parked in a secluded part of the car park.

As she was about to unlock the vehicle she was approached from behind by a person demanding money.

The male offender took a small quantity of cash and left the scene.

The woman, who was shaken by the incident, did not look at the offender.

Det Sgt Russell Thwaites, said: “I would like to speak to anyone who was in the area during the time frame of the incident, and may have seen anything unusual.”

Anyone that can assist should contact South Kent police on 01303 289180.