TWO men were released from hospital yesterday after a "brutal" attack by up to 15 people in South Harrow left them needing surgery.

The gang, some of whom were armed, left a 21-year-old and a 26-year-old head and neck injuries at Kebab Express, in Northolt Road, at around 1.35am, on Saturday, May 11.

The fight broke out after an argument between the pair and a Somali man, thought to be part of the group.

They were taken to Northwick Park Hospital, in Watford Road.

The Somalian was described as around 5ft 9ins tall, with defined cheek bones. He was wearing a green army cap and baggy jeans.

Detective Constable Laura Curry, of Harrow CID, said: "This was a brutal attack in which two young men sustained very serious injuries."

Anyone with information can contact police on 0208 733 3485, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.