A 22-year-old suspect was arrested after a man was found unconscious in the street.
Police and paramedics were called to the scene on Fulton Street in L5 just before midnight on Saturday (May 27) after a man was found unconscious after being assaulted. The victim, who was in his 50s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Police have today confirmed he remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition. A cordon remained in place on Blackstone Street on Monday, May 29.
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A 22-year-old man from Liverpool has been arrested on suspicion of section 18 wounding with intent and possession of a controlled Class A and Class B drug. He remains in police custody.
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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