Two teenage boys have been charged after a man was threatened at knifepoint and had his bank account drained.

The robbery happened between 5.30pm and 6.30pm on Saturday, in Beachborough Road, Folkestone.

A man walking down the road was approached and threatened by two occupants of a white car which had stopped, and who had a knife.

The pair, who are believed to know the victim, then stole his phone and transferred money out of his bank account.

Arrests were made and now a 17-year-old boy from Hythe and Georgie Barrow, 18 of Pavilion Road, Folkestone, have been charged with robbery and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

They have been remanded in custody and are due to appear at Folkestone Magistrates’ Court today.

A police spokesman added: “Detectives are continuing to appeal for anyone with information regarding the robbery to call 01843 222289 quoting 46/18415/25.

“You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by completing the form on its website.”