A man was punched in the face and knocked unconscious in an early-morning attack.

The assault happened near Canterbury Fire Station in Old Dover Road at 5.20am on New Year's Day.

The victim was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Officers arrested a 23-year-old man at the scene who has now been released on bail until Thursday, March 2.

Anyone who witnessed anything during or before the assault is asked to call police on 01843 222289 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 quoting reference ZY/000021/17.