Kent Police is investigating an attempted burglary which resulted in the victim receiving a broken arm.
Officers were called to a property in Cannon Street, Dover at 1.10am this morning (Friday, 11 July 2014) where they found a 75-year-old man injured.
It is believed he had confronted a group of people after he heard banging and went to investigate. After he confronted the group, he was pushed against a wall and fell to ground.
The group then ran towards Dieu Stone Lane, in the direction of Maison Dieu Road. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment.
Anyone with information or who may have seen the group should contact Kent Police on 01303 289411 quoting reference ZY/022673/14.