A man has been arrested following a fight which left another man hospitalised.

Police were called at about 6.50pm on Sunday, January 5 to reports of a fight involving two males in New Road, Chingford.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended.

A man, aged in his 30s, was taken to an east London hospital for treatment to head injuries; his condition is not life-threatening.

A second man, aged 55, was arrested at a nearby address on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. He has been taken to hospital for treatment to minor injuries.

A crime scene remains in place.

Enquiries are ongoing.

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