Police issue image after man’s ‘ear bitten off’ in car park
Police have issued a image of a man they want to speak to following a violent attack.
Liam and Mark Sephton, from Whiston[1], had been to see Roger Waters perform at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, June 10[2], and arranged to meet up with their mum and dad Sarah and Mark, who were also at the concert, afterwards.
But mum Sarah said before the family met up in the arena’s multi storey car park, Liam had his ear bitten off by a stranger as he tried to save his brother from being attacked. Liam was taken to hospital to undergo surgery but has since been told his ear couldn’t be saved.
Sarah, 43, told the ECHO: “We weren’t sat together in the arena but we agreed to meet up in the car park afterwards. We were looking for them, it was very busy.
“There was lots of people in the lift when the incident started taking place, and a few people jumped in to try and help them because the fella was just totally out for a fight.
“It was unprovoked. As they were walking out the lift he’s just grabbed my youngest son, who’s 18, and started biting his arms. Everyone was trying to help.”
As Liam stepped in to try and help Mark, Sarah said the man: “completely bit his ear off.” She added: “He was trying to save his little brother.”
Liam was told doctors couldn’t save his ear after the attack (Image: Sarah Sephton)
Greater Manchester Police confirmed they were called to reports of a disturbance at Trinity Way, Manchester, at around 11pm on Saturday. The force has now released a photo of a man they would like to speak to, as they believe he could help with their enquiries.
Police are also keen to speak to anyone who may have been in the area before, during or after the incident who may have witnessed anything. Liam and Mark were taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary after the attack, before Liam was transferred to Wythenshawe Hospital to undergo surgery to reattach his ear.
However, after being taken into theatre, Liam was told the devastating news his ear couldn’t be saved. The 23-year-old must now wait for the stitches on his wound to heal before he can be referred for reconstructive surgery.
Sarah said both of her sons are studying architecture at university, with Liam due to graduate this summer. She added: “We’d had a really good time at the concert and they bought souvenirs on their way out. They love Pink Floyd and Roger Waters and for this to happen at the end of it – it’s just life changing.”
Detective Constable Redman of GMP City of Manchester district said: “We are following a number of lines of enquiry in relation to this incident, but we are keen to speak to anyone who may have information that could assist.
“If you have any CCTV, mobile, or dashcam footage, please share it with police. No matter how small the information may seem – it could be vital for our investigation.”
Information can be shared by calling GMP on 0161 856 6049 quoting log 4139 of 10/06/2023. Information can be reported online using our Livechat function at www.gmp.police.uk[4] or through the independent charity Crimestoppers – anonymously – on 0800 555 111.
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References
- ^ Whiston (www.liverpoolecho.co.uk)
- ^ perform at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, June 10 (www.liverpoolecho.co.uk)
- ^ Nicola Bulley inquest live updates as hearing into mum’s death begins (www.liverpoolecho.co.uk)
- ^ www.gmp.police.uk (gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com)
- ^ here (www.liverpoolecho.co.uk)