Merseyside Police are searching for a man after a victim was struck over the head with a metal helium canister in an unprovoked assault in Southport. The attack left the victim with permanent injuries.
At around 4.50am on Saturday, September 26, police received a report that a man had been approached by an unknown man while walking along Coronation Walk in Southport. The victim was hit over the head with the canister, sustaining a head injury, before the suspect ran off towards Lord Street and Eastbank Street.
Police release image of man who may have information
CCTV enquiries are ongoing, and police have now released an image of a man they believe may have information relating to the incident. Detective Inspector Edward Barr said: "This appears to have been a completely unprovoked assault, which has led to the victim sustaining permanent injuries. We are continuing to support him as enquiries continue."
He added: "We believe that the man pictured may be able to assist our investigation, so if you recognise him, please come forward."
How to report information
A force spokesperson said anyone with information should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC. Information can also be reported via the force's website or by calling 101 quoting incident reference 26000790774.
Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website.
