Police have released images of three men they want to speak to after an alleged city centre attack in Newcastle.
A report was received a report of a serious assault on Blackett Street, just after midnight on Tuesday, July 14.
The victim, a man in his 20s, was attacked with a bladed weapon by three men who were not known to him.
All three alleged attackers fled on foot before police reached the scene.
The victim was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Police investigators have been reviewing CCTV in the vicinity and have carried out other inquiries to find those responsible.
The Northumbria force released images today (Wednesday October 21) of three men they want to trace.
They were all in the area when the assault took place and may be able to help police with their investigation.
The men, or anyone who knows them, are asked to message Northumbria Police on social media or by using the 'live chat' and 'report' forms on its website.
Anyone unable to contact police online should call 101.
Callers are asked to quote reference number 26000399387.