Key Points
- Images of two males who could have details about the assault in Liverpool city center have been released by Merseyside Police.
- The case was reported at around 5.30 am on October 4, in Concert Square.
- The two victims, both in their 20s, were assaulted when they were punched.
- One of the victims was admitted to the hospital after sustaining a fractured skull but has now been discharged while the other has minor facial injuries.
- Lee Egerton, Detective Inspector, referred to the assault as a “nasty and completely unprovoked attack.”
- Those with any information or who know the males in the CCTV images are asked to contact the police.
- This can be done via Merseyside Police social media desk, on their website, via 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers.
- Reference number is 26000814093.
Liverpool Police (Liverpool standard) October 16, 2026 — Merseyside Police has released CCTV images of two males it believes could have information following an assault in Liverpool city centre. The force published the appeal on its official website on October 16, 2026, stating that the images relate to an ongoing investigation.
The police appeal says the images have been released “following an assault in Liverpool city centre”, although the force’s latest public notice does not provide further details about the individuals shown or the circumstances of the incident.
Where and when did the assault happen?
The assault is reported to have taken place in Concert Square, a busy nightlife area in Liverpool city centre. As reported by the Liverpool Echo, Merseyside Police received a report at around 5.30am on Sunday, October 4, that a man had punched two other males, both aged in their 20s.
The Liverpool Echo reported that one of the victims required hospital treatment for a fractured skull and has since been discharged. The other victim suffered minor facial injuries.
What did Detective Inspector Lee Egerton say?
Detective Inspector Lee Egerton said the assault left one man with a serious head injury. As reported by the Liverpool Echo, he said: “This was a nasty and completely unprovoked assault that left a man with a serious head injury.”
Detective Inspector Egerton added:
“We are determined to find the person responsible and would appeal to anyone who witnessed the assault to come forward.”
He also appealed directly to members of the public who may recognise the person shown in the CCTV image. The Liverpool Echo reported that he said:
“If you recognise the man in this image, please let us know as we believe he could have information about what happened.”
Why have two images been released?
Merseyside Police’s October 16 appeal refers to CCTV images of two males, while the earlier Liverpool Echo report, published on October 14, referred to an image of one man who could have information. The difference indicates that the police investigation has since expanded its public appeal to include a second male.
The force has not stated in the available public reporting that either male is a suspect. Its language describes them as people who “could have information” about the assault, and it has asked anyone who recognises them to make contact.
How can the public provide information?
Merseyside Police has asked anyone with information to contact its social media desk through X or Facebook at @MerPolCC, quoting reference number 26000814093.
Information can also be reported through the Merseyside Police website or by calling 101. The Liverpool Echo reported that people who wish to remain anonymous can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or submit information through its website.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation has been ongoing since the assault was reported in the early hours of October 4. Merseyside Police has continued to appeal for witnesses and information, and the release of CCTV images forms part of those enquiries.
No arrest, charge, or further update on the condition of either victim has been included in the available police and media reporting. The force has not identified either victim publicly.
Background of the development
Concert Square is a central Liverpool location commonly associated with the city’s evening and night-time economy. The reported assault occurred at about 5.30am on a Sunday, a period when people may still be leaving licensed premises in the area.
Merseyside Police regularly uses CCTV appeals to identify witnesses or people who may assist investigations. In this case, the force initially sought information about one male, according to the Liverpool Echo report published on October 14, before releasing images of two males in its October 16 appeal.
The police reference number, 26000814093, allows members of the public to connect any information they provide directly to this investigation.
How could this affect Liverpool residents and visitors?
For people who live in, work in, or visit Liverpool city centre, the development may increase awareness of the police investigation in Concert Square and encourage anyone with relevant footage or information to come forward. The appeal is particularly relevant to people who were in the area at around 5.30am on Sunday, October 4.
For local nightlife businesses, staff, and visitors, the case highlights the importance of preserving CCTV footage, reporting incidents promptly, and cooperating with police enquiries. The public appeal may also prompt people who recognise either male shown in the images to contact Merseyside Police.
For the two victims and their families, continued police appeals could help establish what happened and identify potential witnesses. The investigation remains active, and any further developments will depend on information received from the public and from ongoing police enquiries.
