A man remains in hospital in a critical condition after a “road rage” assault.

Police were called to Erith Road in Bexleyheath at around 5.30am last Tuesday (August 20) after a man was found with life-threatening injuries.

Paramedics attended the scene, a short distance from the bus garage, and the man, believed to be aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital for treatment.

He remains there in a critical condition and his family are aware.

It is believed the man sustained a head injury near the traffic lights on the road following an altercation with the occupant of another vehicle at the scene.

On the same day, a 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

He was taken to a south London police station where he was bailed pending further inquiries.

Detective Constable Katie McGinn said: “I am keen to hear from anyone who either witnessed this incident or has dashcam footage.

“We believe that the victim sustained his injuries following a traffic incident, and subsequent altercation, involving a man from another vehicle.

“If you saw any part of this sequence of events, or if you have footage, please do get in touch.”

Anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage, or who may have witnessed the incident, should contact police on 101 or 'X' @MetCC quoting CAD 1060/20Aug.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.