AN assault in Walney has left a man in a serious condition in hospital.

Around 8.20am this morning police were called to an address in Thames Road, Walney.

A 39 year old local man has sustained a serious head injury and is currently being treated at Furness General Hospital.

Police traced and later arrested two local men, aged 30 and 38 at nearby addresses following the suspected offence.

Detective Sergeant Mike Wallace of Barrow CID has confirmed that forensic teams are in Walney examining the crime scene, and an investigation is under way.

Anyone with information about this assault is asked to contact the police via 101.

The police are awaiting an update on the injured man's condition.