DETECTIVES in Knowsley have released CCTV of a man they wish to trace following an assault outside of Whiston Hospital.

Police were called to the hospital on Thursday, July 30, when at around 11pm, a 23-year-old man was assaulted in the car park of the A&E department.

The victim suffered swelling to his face as well as some minor bruising and grazing.

Detectives have released CCTV of a man they wish to track down as they believe he may be able to assist with enquiries.

Constable David Killelea said: "This was a nasty assault outside of a busy hospital entrance and I'm sure if you witnessed this incident you'd remember it.

"I'm urging anyone who has any information about this incident or anyone who recognises the man in the CCTV to get in contact."

Officers would urge anyone who witnessed this incident, or anyone who has any information about the man pictured on the CCTV, to contact 0151 777 6288 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.