Detectives are circulating images of a man who may have information to assist an assault investigation in Southport.
At around 1.10am on Sunday 6 April, a man in his 30s was found injured after reportedly being assaulted in the Avenue Bar, Scarisbrick Avenue.
The victim was knocked unconscious and sustained a serious ankle injury. He required hospital treatment.
Enquiries are ongoing.
Detective Constable Immy Mahmood said: “We think that the man pictured may be able to help with our enquiries, so if you recognise him, please come forward.
“The victim sustained serious injuries which, as we have seen before with assaults of this nature, could have been catastrophic. He is recovering but the injuries are having a continued impact on his day to day life.
“We are committed to doing all we can to reduce violence on our streets, working alongside businesses in the community and our partners.”
Contact us via @MerPolCC, 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, with reference 25000280663.