A 37-YEAR-OLD man is in a stable condition in hospital after he was stabbed in Northfleet in the early hours of the morning.

Police were called to London Road at 3.20am on Saturday (Oct 10) after reports of a stabbing.

The victim, whose injuries are not thought to be life-threatening, was taken to Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford with chest wounds.

No arrests have been made, however police are keen to stress that the public are not at risk from the offender.

An area from Dover Street to Shepherd Street was cordoned off along with a section in London Road.

Witnesses or anyone with any information are asked to call 01474 366091.