A MAN has been attacked by a gang in Runcorn.

The 42-year-old victim was leaving the subway underneath the busway on Dover Close in Murdishaw when up to five men assaulted him.

Police say the incident happened shortly before 8pm on Sunday, January 14.

Officers carried out a search of the area for the suspects.

Enquiries are continuing.

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 706 of 14 January 2018.

Alternatively information can be given anonymously at Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.