A TEENAGER was left with a suspected broken nose after he was allegedly kicked in the face during a playground fight.

The 13-year-old victim was in the playground of Chase High School, Westcliff, on Monday lunchtime when the incident happened.

It began when another pupil tried to wrap a school tie around the victim's neck.

The victim struggled and fell to the floor.

The boy was then allegedly kicked him in the face, leaving him with a suspected broken nose and severe bruising.

Police confirmed they are investigating the incident.

At the time of going to press, no one at the school was available for comment.