Appeal following an assault in Wirral

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage following a stabbing in Wirral today, Thursday 7 April.

At around 10.40am it was reported there was a disturbance at a house on Mulberry Road in Rock Ferry during which two people were stabbed and a window smashed.

A 38-year-old man received serious injuries to his leg and head which are not believed to be life-threatening. A 29-year-old woman sustained minor wounds to her arms. They have been taken to hospital for treatment.

The suspects rode off on bikes on to Old Chester Road towards Green Lane.

An investigation is underway including witness, CCTV and forensic enquiries which are being carried out in the local area.

Detective Inspector Emma Kerrigan said: “Enquiries are in the very early stages to establish what has taken place and we are appealing for people with information to contact us.

“I would urge anyone who was in the area of Old Chester Road this morning at around 10.40am onwards to please come forward and help with our enquiries, as your evidence could be vital to the investigation.

“I would also appeal to residents and business with CCTV and doorbell footage which may have captured the suspects riding off, or drivers with dash cam footage to please come forward and speak to us.”

Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 280 of 7 April.