Fourth man arrested as detectives investigate serious assault in Anfield

We can confirm that four people have now been arrested following a serious assault in Anfield yesterday, Tuesday 22 October.
 
At around 4pm, it was reported that a group of males, some who were armed with weapons, were fighting on Lower Breck Road.
 
Emergency services attended the scene and following initial inquiries three men were arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault. A fourth man has now been arrested, also on suspicion of Section 18 assault. All four remain in custody for questioning, and are as follows:
 
A 41-year-old man from Anfield
A 36-year-old man from Anfield
A 27-year-old man from Kensington
A 45-year-old man from Anfield
 
Three men have been taken to hospital for treatment to injuries and their conditions are described as stable.
 
Detective Chief Inspector Steve Ball said: “This investigation continues and a cordon remains in place at the scene as officers carry out further enquiries today.
 
“We understanding how shocking this incident will have been, either to witness, or to hear about. It happened in a busy area of Anfield and was witnessed by members of the community, including children on their way home from school. Such violence is absolutely abhorrent and will not be tolerated.
 
“Four arrests have now been made and we will continue to respond to all information to take further positive action. The victims are recovering and will be supported as we seek to establish what led to such shameful scenes.
 
“I also want to address social media speculation that has emerged since yesterday afternoon, because it can be extremely dangerous in fuelling community tensions, as well as being damaging to our investigation, and to people who are targeted. I would continue to urge people not to speculate, as it increases anxiety and fear in our communities. We will provide further updates on our channels and to media when appropriate.
 
“If you witnessed what happened or have any information, please come forward at the earliest opportunity. Similarly, if you live in the area or happened to be driving past, please check your CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage to see if you captured anything. Even if it appears insignificant, please get in touch as it could prove vital to our enquiries.”
 
If you have any information which could assist our enquiries, you can call us on 101 or DM @MerPolCC on social media, quoting reference 24000899857. You can also or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form: Giving information anonymously | Crimestoppers.