CCTV appeal following assault in Liverpool city centre

Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could have information that may assist with their enquiries following an assault in Liverpool city centre.

It was reported that between 7pm and 7.30pm on Saturday 3 August a man was walking with his family along Church Street when a group of men pushed him to the floor punched and kicked him in the face and spat at him in an unprovoked attack.

The assault occurred on the same day that disorder occurred in Liverpool city centre.

The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered bruising to his face and a cut to the eye which required medical attention.

CCTV and witness enquiries are ongoing to identify the suspect responsible, and detectives have issued two images of a man they believe could assist with their investigation. 

Detective Inspector Darren Taylor said: “This was a vicious and unprovoked attack that left the victim in a state of shock and requiring hospital treatment.

“This took place on the same day of the disorder in Liverpool city centre which saw innocent people caught up in the shocking scenes of that day.

“I am appealing to the man featured in the two images, or anyone who recognises him to come forward. We believe he could hold information that could be vital to our continuing enquiries.

“We also encourage people to come forward if you know anything about the incident which will help with our investigation.”

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact @MerPolCC on Twitter or ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ on Facebook with reference 24000679516.

You can also call 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.