A doorman has been arrested after an assault at a Liverpool city centre bar.
Police were called to Smokies on Temple Court, close to Mathew Street, at 10.55pm on Saturday night following reports a man had suffered a head injury.
The 28-year-old was taken to hospital where his condition has been described as being serious but stable.
Officers arrested a 32-year-old man, believed to be a member of the bar’s security staff, at the scene on suspicion of GBH with intent.
An investigation into the incident is underway with CCTV enquiries undertaken.
Anyone who has any information is urged to contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 4065 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.