A pedestrian attacked in the street on Friday night is in a critical condition in hospital.

The man in his 50s suffered serious head injuries as a result of the night-time assault in King Street, Ramsgate.

Following an altercation, a driver got out of his vehicle and assaulted the pedestrian.

After being treated at the scene, the victim was taken to a London hospital where he still remains in a critical condition.

Police investigating the attack have since arrested a 26-year-old man from Margate on suspicion of assault.

He remains in custody while inquiries continue.

The attack on Friday night is thought to have happened at about 10pm.