Riot police have reportedly swarmed upon a Dartford residential road, after concerns about a man's welfare.

Confused residents spotted police in 'riot gear' on the street - they are said to have been there since 4am this morning.

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A Kent Police spokesman said: "Officers attended the area of Chastilian Road, Dartford, in response to a concern for the welfare of a man, who has been detained."

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An ambulance was also spotted, and police forensics teams were investigating there this afternoon.

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