A man in his late 30s is recovering in hospital from head injuries after a fight near Acton Central station during rush hour.

A number of police vehicles were seen outside the London Overground station at 6.21pm on Friday (February 9).

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson confirmed that a "big search" had been carried out by officers for the man, thought to have been involved in a fight.

The 31-year-old was taken to hospital but his condition has been described as "not life-threatening or life-changing".

Police have made no arrests in relation to the incident.

A heavy police presence was seen outside Acton Central station during rush hour

A police presence was seen in Acton Central through the night, with eight special constables patrolling the town centre, dealing with anti-social behaviour.

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