A MAN found badly hurt near Worcester County Cricket Ground has been released from hospital.

Forensic experts joined uniformed officers at the scene, off New Road, on Tuesday morning after the man was found on the riverbank.

Police confirmed he had head injuries and was helped into an ambulance in Bromwich Parade. He was then taken to Ronkswood Hospital, escorted by a police car.

Officers at the scene said the man had not been pulled from the river.

Worcester police spokeswoman Clare Ryan said the man had been released from hospital and appeared to be fine.

She appealed to anyone who may have seen the incident to contact police on 01905 723888.