A 29-years-old man has been charged with wounding after a teenager was left in a critical condition following a town centre attack.

The attack happened on Rylands Street at 2.45am on Friday.

Police say a fight took place between two groups of men which left the 19-year-old injured.

It is understood he suffered a punch to the head.

He is now in a "critical" condition in Warrington Hospital.

A 19-year-old and 20-year-old have also been arrested and are also speaking to officers.The 29-years-old will appear before magistrates on Monday.

Officers are appealing for any witnesses to the incident or anybody with information who has not yet come forward to contact Warrington Police on 0845 458 0000 or alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.