A man has been taken to hospital after being assaulted in Chatham High Street.

Police and paramedics were called to the scene just before 6pm.

A spokesman said: “The man has been taken to a London hospital by land and officers remain at the scene conducting enquiries.”

Anyone with information can call police on 01634 792209, quoting 28-1034, or the anonymous Crimestoppers hotline on 0800 555111.