MERSEYSIDE Police Detectives investigating an assault on a man in Southport in the early hours of Wednesday, 28 December 2016, have arrested 2 men. A 35 year old man and a 42 year old man, both from Southport, were arrested on suspicion of affray and taken to a Police Station for questioning. Both men have been conditionally bailed pending further enquiries.

We are told that Officers were contacted by NWAS Ambulance Crews, at around 12.25am, to reports that the male, in his 30's, had injuries to his body, that are consistent with a knife being used. Merseyside Police said that the male was taken to Hospital for treatment for his injuries, which are not believed to be life threatening.

At this stage the attack is believed to be targeted, but anyone with any information is asked to contact Merseyside Police on:- 0151 777 3094. You can also pass on information via Crimestoppers anonymously on:- 0800 555 111.