A MAN was reportedly knocked unconscious following an attack on Bridge Street.

Police were called to the town centre at 4.30am on Sunday following reports of an assault which is believed to have occurred outside Reef bar.

Officers arrested a 20-year-old man from Newton-le-Willows on suspicion of section 47 assault.

Following questioning the suspect has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

The victim, a 23-year-old man from Warrington, was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to Warrington Hospital.