Police are appealing for information after a man was attacked by two thugs with a shovel in Bexley.

The incident happened in Crofton Avenue, Bexley at about 9.30am on May 30.

Officers attended and found a 33-year-old man suffering from head, facial and arm injuries at a nearby address.

He required hospital treatment for his injuries.

A man in his 20s was arrested last Thursday in connection with the investigation. He has been bailed until a date in late August. Enquiries continue.

Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call Bexley police on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, quoting reference 3906729/16.