POLICE have launched an investigation after a man was found collapsed in the early hours of this morning in Conway Street, Birkenhead.

It is thought that the man had been subject to an assault earlier in the night after drinking in the Latin quarter.

Officers have arrested three men aged 39,47 and 44 on suspicion of assault and they remain in police custody.

The 23-year-old victim has been released from hospital.

The area has been cordoned off for forensic examinations. Witnesses in the area are being spoken to and surrounding CCTV is being examined.

Merseyside Police is appealing for anyone with any information to contact us on 0151 777 2265 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.