A man in his 20s has a broken nose after he reportedly tried to break up a fight in Gravesend. 

Police are appealing for witnesses following the alleged assault in The Grove, near the junction with Saddington Street, on May 15.

It is believed that the man, who also suffered a fractured cheekbone and bleeding behind his eye, attempted to break up a fight at around 4.20am and was punched multiple times.

Police have confirmed that he may require further surgery.

Witnesses to the incident or anyone with information have been urged to call the appeal line on 01474 366149 quoting reference XY/18316/16.