A teenage boy suffered a head injury and broken nose after being attacked at a football match.
Merseyside Police received a report a 15-year-old boy had been punched outside Southport FC’s stadium on Haig Avenue, on Saturday, April 1 after a match against Gloucester City.
The teen suffered a broken nose and a head injury during the incident. Police said extensive CCTV and witness enquiries have been conducted, and CCTV images have been issued of a man who detectives believe could assist in the investigation.
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Police said they believe the suspect was an away supporter and travelled back to Gloucester after the match. Detective Inspector James Halpin said: “This was a nasty assault on a teenage boy who sustained a serious facial injury.
“The incident took place when there would have been other fans present, who may have seen the assault take place. If you were in the vicinity at that time and witnessed the assault then please get in touch.
“I am also appealing to the man featured in the images, or anyone who recognises him, to come forward. We believe he could hold information that could be vital to our continuing enquiries.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with any information can contact Merseyside Police by calling 0151 777 3022 or DM via their social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with reference 23000276668.
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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