A man remains in a critical condition after being found unconscious in the street last month.
The victim, in his 50s, is believed to have been assaulted on Fulton Street, at around 10.30pm on Saturday, May 27. Emergency services rushed to the scene and the man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Officers have since confirmed that he remains in hospital, in a critical but stable condition. Since the assault, detectives have arrested two people, a 15-year-boy and a 22-year-old man, on suspicion of section 18 wounding with intent.
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Both suspects have been released on conditional bail. The investigation is ongoing and officers are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Tony Roberts said: "Although we have made an arrest, we are still asking members of the public to get in touch with any information that will help our investigation. If you were in the vicinity at around midnight and saw the assault take place, please come forward.
"I also ask any motorists who were in the area to please check your dashcam footage in case you have captured something which will assist in the investigation. Every piece of information or footage could be vital in establishing what happened.
"Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 23000454620."
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