A man has been taken to hospital in a critical condition after reports of an altercation.

Police were called to Erith Road in Bexleyheath at around 5.30am after a man was found with life-threatening injuries.

Paramedics attended and the man, believed to be aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital for treatment. He remains there in a critical condition.

It is believed the man sustained his injuries following an altercation with the occupant of another vehicle at the scene.

No arrests have been made and inquiries into the circumstances continue.

Road closures remain in place at the location.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD1060/20Aug.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.