A man has been arrested on suspicion of inflicting serious facial injuries on another man in Sheerness town centre.

Police were called to the High Street at 12.20am on Sunday following the alleged assault.

The road remained taped off for several hours as officers investigated.

The alleged victim was treated at the scene before being taken to Medway Maritime Hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.

A 44-year-old man from Sheerness was arrested yesterday. He has since been bailed until Thursday, September 15 while officers continue enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 01795 419119 quoting reference 07*0034, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.