Appeal following stabbing in Moreton

We are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in Moreton today, Friday 27 September. 

At around 9.45am officers received a report that an 18-year-old man was with two men when he was stabbed on an alleyway off Hoylake Road.

The two suspects were reported to have then made off towards Upton Road.

The victim sustained a stab wound to his body and was taken to hospital for assessment.

Detective Chief Inspector Holly Chance said: “We are in the early stages of the investigation to establish the circumstances of what has taken place.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the vicinity of Hoylake Road by Heron Foods and saw or heard anything, or saw two males running away from the scene to come forward and speak to us. 

“I also urge people in the area to check your CCTV and dashcam footage to see if it has captured any footage, as any information may help with the investigation.”

Det Chief Insp Chance added: “Reducing knife crime is a priority all year round in Merseyside. We are committed to proactively using stop and search powers, carry out open land searches, warrants and education work alongside partners to remove weapons from the streets.

“While we are making positive progress, we understand the devastating consequences of carrying a knife and are relentless in our approach to targeting and pursuing criminals.

“The use of knives and any weapons is reckless and will not be tolerated, and can have tragic consequences, not only for the victim and their family but also for the offenders involved. 

“I would urge people to educate themselves and speak to their children and family members about the dangers of knife crime.

“There is no place for knives in our communities. I would urge anyone with information to get in touch so we can act on community intelligence or call Crimestoppers anonymously.”

Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 24000828395.