A man suffered a broken cheekbone and facial injuries after being knocked unconscious following an argument inside a shop in Woodcock Road, Mile Cross. Police are appealing for information about the assault which happened between 10pm and 10.40pm on Friday, September 30.

A 28-year-old man had a verbal argument with a group of men outside the store before entering the shop. A man followed him and knocked him unconscious. He was taken to hospital with a broken cheekbone and facial injuries. People with information should contact police on 0845 456 4567.