Section 60 Order in Birkenhead Town Centre following report of assault

A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Birkenhead Town Centre following reports of an assault earlier today, Saturday 31 August.

The order will be in place from 8pm until 8pm tomorrow, Sunday 1 September, and gives officers enhanced powers to stop and search individuals and minimise further incidents. 

The Order, under S60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994, incorporates the area shown on the map.

At round 3.40pm, a man was reportedly assaulted on Oliver Street East, near to the Fireman’s Arms pub, by two men who are believed to have made off on electric bikes. The victim has yet to be identified and extensive enquiries are ongoing to do so, and to ensure that he is safe and well.

Inspector Andy Murphy said: “Officers will be out tonight across Birkenhead to ensure that there is a highly visible police presence to reassure communities and swiftly deal with anyone we suspect is intend on committing crime.

“The Section 60 order allows us to stop and search people suspected of carrying weapons or planning any criminality. This order will give officers on the ground the ability to stop and search anyone suspected of carrying weapons or planning any criminality.

“It is to prevent violence and disorder and keep the public safe, and I would ask anyone with concerns to speak to our officers. If you witnessed the assault or were passing by and may have captured anything on CCTV, dashcam or other devices, please come forward with reference 570 and we can establish exactly what took place.”

Anyone with information about criminality and disorder is asked to DM @MerPolCC, message ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook’ or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111.

You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.