A man is seriously ill in hospital with head injuries after being assaulted in Ramsgate.

The 33-year-old was attacked in Harbour Parade between 2.50am and 3.10am on Sunday.

It is thought he was struck with a heavy implement.

He is in a London hospital with serious head injuries.

The man has had an operation and is in a stable condition, but it is too early to tell the full extent of his injuries.

Police were called after a fracas started opposite the old casino involving more than 20 people.

It is believed the injured man went to help another man, not known to him, who had been set upon.

That man managed to run off and police would like to speak to him and anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information.

Contact detectives 01843 231055 or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

A 39-year-old man from Margate was arrested in Harbour Parade at 3.30am on Sunday on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

He has been released on police bail until September 5 pending further inquiries.