An 18-year-old man was allegedly the victim of a 'homophobic assault' in Ellesmere Port.

Police have confirmed two men, aged 19 and 28, were arrested and charged in relation to the alleged attack.

The pair were charged with assault.

Cheshire Police were called to an address in Hampton Gardens, at 12.37am on September 3.

An 18-year-old man reported he had been the victim of a hate crime.

Police are continuing to investigate.