A Plumstead road was closed after a man was hit by a car.

Police were called to Plumstead Common Road around 7pm last night (January 10) to reports of a crash.

Reports say the man suffered a fractured skull and was taken to a south London hospital.

Family members are now calling for witnesses saying that they "hope he pulls through".

The man was taken to a major trauma centre as a priority by road.

The car stopped at the scene and no arrests have been made.

More information as we get it.