A MAN is being treated for serious head injuries after an attack in Birkenhead.

Emergency services were called to Larch Road at around 4.20pm today (Tuesday) following reports that a man in his 40s had sustained a serious head injury.

It is believed the victim was walking down the road when a man assaulted him before running towards Mount Grove.

He has been taken to hospital for further treatment.

An investigation has now been launched into the attack and CCTV enquiries are ongoing

Borough Road has now reopened after a cordon was is put in place between Balls Road East and Victoria Road.

An air ambulance was also in attendance.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or saw anything suspicious should call 101 quoting incident number 673 of 27 February 2018 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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