Four people were arrested after two people were stabbed in a Gillingham street.

Police sealed off Green Street following the attack in the early hours of Friday morning.

The injured men were both taken to hospital, one in a serious condition.

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Emergency crews including police, paramedics and the air ambulance were called at around 4.30am.

South East Coast Ambulance Service spokesman Rich Airey said: "Two people have suffered stab wounds and one is in a serious condition in Kings College Hospital in London.

"Paramedics including the Kent Air Ambulance were called to the scene at 4.40am and a man in his 20s suffered a stab wound to his abdomen.

"He was taken to King's College Hospital in London by land ambulance and paramedics were assisted by the Kent Air Ambulance doctor.

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"Another man, who also suffered a stab wound, is in a less serious condition. He was taken to Medway Maritime Hospital for treatment."

The road remained taped off until around 11am.

Police patrol cars and forensic vans were seen parked near the Baptist church and an officer stood on patrol at one end of the street.

Police tape was put up at either end of the road and traffic was unable enter.

A police spokesman said: "Two people have been taken to hospital with injuries.

"There are reports of two men suffering puncture wounds. Officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding how these were inflicted.

"Officers were called to Green Street at 4.24am.

"Two vehicles were also damaged during the incident.

"Four men have been arrested and remain in custody."

The suspects are a 20-year-old from Croydon and a 19-year-old from Canterbury, who were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage.

A 21-year-old man from Croydon and a 20-year-old man from Gillingham were held on suspicion of affray.

All four men arrested were later released on bail until Friday, February 19 while enquiries continue

Anybody who was in the street and saw the incident is asked to contact Detective Constable Robin Stump on 01634 792545.