An inquiry has been launched after an "unprovoked attack" on a carer at Liverpool Central Station that took place in broad daylight.

Around 6.20pm on Saturday, June 28, it was reported that a man caring for a wheelchair user was struck in the face and threatened by two women.

Police officers said the women also turned hostile when they were stopped from attempting to push the wheelchair-bound man away. The victim, a man in his 50s, suffered facial bruising and arm injuries. The revelation of this assault comes after a man was jailed for hiding a body in his flat for years.

Comprehensive CCTV and witness inquiries have been carried out, and detectives have released CCTV images of two women they believe could help with their investigation

Detective Inspector Paula Jones said: "This was an unprovoked assault which left the victim with bruising to his face and cuts to his arm.

"The carer was trying to give the dependent man a lovely day out that was sadly spoilt by these women's actions.

"Both men were left vulnerable by this vicious assault and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has information which can help with our investigation to please contact us."

The detective added: "I am also appealing to the women featured in the image, or anyone who recognises them, to come forward. We believe they could hold information that could be vital to our continuing enquiries."

If you have any information about this incident, you can report information via their website or call with reference 25000543662.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website. In an emergency always call 999.