THREE men threatened a young mum, her baby and her male friend with a knife after forcing their way into her home.

The men sprayed pepper spray into the face of the 21-year-old man who answered the door of the house on Wilberforce Way, Gravesend at 12.10am on April 17.

North Kent police said the three left empty handed after being scared off by the woman's screams for help. No one was injured.

The first man is described as white, around 18, 5ft 10in tall with dark brown hair and a London accent.

The second was 5ft 2in tall, wearing a hooded top.

The third was white, 5ft 2in tall, with a dark hooded top and a scarf across his face.

Officers said the three ran off towards Livingstone Road.

Anyone with information is asked to call 01322 280055 or Crimestoppers confidentially on 0800 555111.