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**UPDATE** Man arrested following stabbing in Bootle

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09:50 08/04/2021

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**UPDATE - THURSDAY 8 APRIL**

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Detectives investigating the stabbing of a 12-year-old boy in Bootle yesterday (Wednesday, 7 April) have arrested a man.

Following extensive enquiries, a 20-year-old man from Bootle was detained this morning (Thursday, 8 April) and has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding and taken to a police station for questioning. 

The victim remains in hospital and is likely to make a quick recovery.

Detective Chief Inspector Gayle Rooney said: “Although it is pleasing to have made a quick arrest, our investigation continues and we’re gathering all information to piece together the circumstances. If you saw anything or hold any CCTV, dashcam, or other material, get them to us as soon as possible.

“We understand the concern that such an incident has in the community. This was not a random attack and we believe that all involved were from the local area. Nonetheless, for a young person to be assaulted is despicable, so it’s vitally important that anyone with details to assist comes forward, either directly or anonymously through Crimestoppers, and we will take action.”
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact @MerPolCC, 101 quoting ref. 21000220899 or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.



ORIGINAL RELEASE

​We can confirm an investigation is underway following reports of a stabbing in Bootle yesterday afternoon, Wednesday, 7 April.
 
At around 2.25pm, officers were called to an address in Southport Road following reports a 12-year-old boy had been assaulted.
 
Emergency services attended and the victim has been taken to hospital for treatment to a stab wound to his leg, which is not believed to be life-threatening at this stage.
 
It is believed the offender made off from the scene and enquiries are ongoing to locate him.
 
A scene is in place and officers remain in the area to speak to witnesses and carry out forensic and CCTV enquiries.
 
Detective Inspector Leanne Toole said: “We are in the very early stages of an investigation following reports of a stabbing in Bootle this afternoon, and would ask anyone with information to get in touch.

“A 12-year-old boy has been injured and we understand this will be a completely shocking incident for the local community. Patrols will remain in the area this afternoon to gather information and I would  ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or has CCTV or dashcam footage, to please contact us.”
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact @MerPolCC, 101 quoting ref. 21000220899 or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.
 

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