Police in Lewisham are appealing for information and witnesses after a man was left fighting for his life when he suffered life-threatening injuries in Deptford.

Police were called shortly before 7pm on Saturday, September 2, to reports of a man suffering a serious head injury in Douglas Way. 

The man, who is aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital by London's Air Ambulance where his condition is critical.

Enquiries continue to establish the circumstances of the incident, in particular how the man came to sustain this head injury and whether he had been a victim of crime.

Any witnesses, or anyone with information that may assist police, is asked to call Lewisham CID on 07788 916864. To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.