Two men, aged 21, have been arrested following an acid attack in Granville Avenue, Slough on Sunday.

They are in police custody on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.

The victim, a 27-year-old man, went to the door on Sunday at 7.45pm when someone threw acid in his face.

He sustained severe facial injuries and remains in hospital in a stable condition.

Two other men aged in their twenties, who were in the property at the time, sustained minor injuries to their hands and arms. They were taken to hospital and have since been discharged.

Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Lucy Deane of Force CID in Slough, said: “We understand that this is a concerning incident for the community and we are in the early stages of this investigation.

“More patrols are in place and officers are currently in the area conducting enquiries so if you have any issues or concerns, please talk to the officers in the area or contact us.

“We are asking for anyone with information about this incident to come forward and we would especially like hear from anyone who saw a black vehicle in the area.

“It’s understood the offender may have used this vehicle to get to and from the property.

“At this stage it is understood to be an isolated incident.

“If you have any information that could help with this investigation, please contact the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number on 101 or make a report online quoting the reference 43200029075.

“If you would like to remain 100% anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”