45 people stop searched in Huyton during Section 60 Order

UPDATE

A total of 45 people were stop searched and drugs and an e-bike seized by officers enforcing a  Section 60 order in Huyton over the weekend.

During the stop searches, there were three detections of cannabis, one BB gun signed over for destruction and one male arrested on suspicion of drug driving. An adapted e-bike was also seized and the rider summonsed for driving offences.

The order, which was in place from 6pm on Friday 9 May until 5.59pm on Saturday 10 May, was brought in to prevent incidents of disorder and criminality and gave officers enhanced powers to stop and search individuals in the area.

ORGINAL ARTICLE

A Section 60 Order has been extended in the Huyton area following a recent report of violence in the area.

The order will be in place from 6pm tonight, Friday 9 May until 5.59pm tomorrow, Saturday 10 May, to prevent incidents of disorder and criminality.

The Order, under S60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994, gives officers enhanced powers to stop and search individuals in the area and is designed to minimise serious violence.

The area in Huyton incorporates Liverpool Road, Stockbridge Lane, Knowsley Lane, Primrose Drive, Blue Bell Lane, Archway Road, Roby Road, Pilch Lane East, Pilch Lane, Dovecot Avenue, Finch Lane, Finch Road, Princess Drive, Deysbrook Lane, Mab Lane, Waterpark Drive and Haswell Drive, including roads and cul-de-sacs within the boundary.  

Following yesterday’s order there were 30 stop searches and two positive recoveries of cannabis.

Inspector Neighbourhood Policing David Hassett said: “We’ve extended the S60 as an extra response and to provide us with the powers needed to stop and search people in the area following an altercation which led to a stabbing on Liverpool Road involving a group of males on electric bikes.

“This Order is one of a number of measures we are taking to disrupt violent and criminal activity. I want to be clear that it isn’t about bothering anyone going about their daily business. It’s simply about taking action to reduce violence and make sure that everyone can feel safe where they live. 

“Patrols have also been stepped up to reassure our residents so if you have any information on any offences in the area please speak with our officers.”

You can pass any information by calling 101, via our social media desk @MerPolCC on X or 'Merseyside Police Contact Centre' on Facebook with reference number 25000378414.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.