A man was knocked unconscious in an attack in Liverpool city centre.
The victim, in his 30s, was assaulted outside the smoking area of a bar on Temple Court, at around 3am on Sunday, July 24. He was treated in hospital after the attack for injuries to his forehead, nose, ear and back of his head.
Officers have described the attack as "unprovoked and violent" and have now released CCTV images of a man they'd like to speak to in connection with the incident. They believe that the person pictured will have information about the assault.
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A spokesperson for the force said that since the attack officers have carried out an extensive investigation in the area and analysed CCTV footage to identify anyone who could be responsible. They have issued the images published in this article.
Detective Inspector Chris Saidi said: "This was an unprovoked and violent attack that left a man with several injuries to his head and face. We think the man pictured may have vital information to help our enquiries so if you know him, please come forward.
"This incident happened in a busy bar where people who may been leaving the venue would have seen the attack. If you recognise this man, or these images remind you of anything suspicious you saw at around 3am on Sunday 24 July on Temple Court please do let us know.
"While some months have passed since the incident on Sunday 24 July, we are still determined to find the person responsible for this attack. You can pass on any information via DM @MerPolCC, ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ on Facebook or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with reference 22000548172."
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