Police seek witnesses after 'violent' attack outside Liverpool pub
Investigation underway following incident near The Blarney Stone
Police are appealing for information after reports of a fight outside a Liverpool city centre pub on Friday evening.
The incident occurred near The Blarney Stone pub on Renshaw Street at approximately 8.40pm on 24th July.
A man in his 40s was reportedly struck on the head with a bar or stick during the altercation.
He sustained head injuries and was taken to hospital for assessment.
Officers are currently at the scene conducting inquiries and exploring CCTV opportunities in the area.
Detective Inspector Joh Holden said: "It is completely unacceptable for anyone to be subjected to such a violent assault, and for people enjoying a Friday evening in our city centre to have to witness an incident of this nature."
Holden added, "We know Renshaw Street would have been busy with people at 8.40pm, and we appeal to anyone we have not yet spoken to who may have seen any part of this incident to contact us."
Motorists in the area at the time are also urged to check dashcam footage, as they may possess crucial evidence regarding the incident and those involved.
Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC, report through the Merseyside Police website, or call 101 and quote incident reference 26000602768.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via their website.