http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/ Public news RSS feed for Merseyside Police Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:39:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/missing-abdelrahman-mursi/ We are appealing for help in finding a 16-year-old boy who is missing from home in Fairfield. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:57:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/drug-dealer-jailed-after-officers-smelt-cannabis-wafting-from-tranmere-flat-in-wirral/ A drug dealer has been jailed following an investigation after officers smelt cannabis wafting from a flat in Tranmere. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:57:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/appeal-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-on-east-lancashire-road-in-haydock/ The family of Rob Campbell, aged 40, who lived in St Helens, have issued a tribute following a fatal collision on East Lancashire Road in Haydock. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:13:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/two-arrested-and-suspected-drugs-cash-and-scrambler-bikes-seized-in-crosby-warrant/ We have arrested two men and seized suspected drugs, cash and scrambler bikes following a warrant in Crosby on Friday 5 June. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:53:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/increased-concern-for-sefton-man-missing-for-four-days/ We are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of a vulnerable 60-year-old man who is missing in Southport. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:11:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/southport-man-issued-with-five-year-criminal-behaviour-order-following-arson-conviction/ We can confirm that a Southport man has been issued with a Five-Year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) following his conviction for arsons at Southport Pier. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:05:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/two-teenagers-charged-with-attempted-robbery-following-incident-in-prescot/ We have charged two teenagers with Attempted robbery following an incident in Prescot last week. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:18:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/continued-appeal-to-find-missing-man-from-southport/ We are urgently appealing for information to help find a vulnerable missing man from Southport. Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:41:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/investigation-underway-following-unexplained-death-of-man-in-west-derby/ We can confirm an investigation is underway following the death of a man in West Derby. Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:02 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/cctv-images-released-as-part-of-ongoing-appeal-to-find-stephen-michael-molloy/ We have released CCTV images of a missing man from Southport as we continue to appeal for information to help find him. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:08:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/cyclist-dies-following-collision-in-new-brighton/ UPDATE: The family of John Edward Carr has released the following tribute: "He was one of the kindest, funniest, most open minded people you could meet. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:09:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/woman-arrested-following-serious-collision-in-new-brighton/ We have arrested a woman following a serious collision in New Brighton earlier today, Friday 5 June. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:44:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/appeal-following-serious-collision-in-new-brighton/ We are appealing for information following a report of a serious collision involving a cyclist and two vehicles in New Brighton today, Friday 5 June. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:06:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/stop-search-order-continues-in-toxteth/ UPDATE The Section 60 Order will now run until 5am on Saturday (6 June). Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:53:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/missing-stephen-michael-molloy/ Have you seen 60-year-old Stephen Michael Molloy who is missing from Southport? Stephen was last seen in the Town Lane Kew area at around 10. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:55:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/update-four-arrested-for-firearms-offences-after-guns-recovered-from-land-in-netherton/  ** UPDATE - 9. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:35:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/section-60-order-in-toxteth-following-last-nights-shooting/ A Section 60 Order will be introduced in Toxteth today (Thursday 4 June) following last night's injury shooting. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:55:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/four-arrested-for-firearms-offences-after-guns-recovered-from-land-in-netherton/ We have arrested four men on suspicion of firearms offences following the recovery of a number of firearms from land in Netherton. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:34:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/three-arrests-and-120-stop-searches-in-knowsley-during-section-60-orders-in-knowsley/ We have arrested three men and conducted a total of 120 stop searches during three Section 60 orders in Knowsley this week. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:12:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/two-charged-with-class-a-drug-supply-conspiracy-after-stop-check-in-liverpool/ We have charged two men with being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine following a vehicle stop check in Liverpool. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:31:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/next-of-kin-linda-tilson/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing to find the family of Linda Tilston of Highfield Road South, Birkenhead. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:59:23 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/continued-appeal-for-information-after-man-shot-in-arm-in-toxteth/ We are continuing to appeal for information after a man was shot in the arm in Liverpool last night, Wednesday 3 June. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:21:03 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/appeal-following-burglary-in-woodchurch/ We are appealing for information after a house was broken into in Woodchurch yesterday evening, Wednesday 3 June. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:11:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/appeal-following-collision-in-walton/ We are appealing for information following a road traffic collision in Walton yesterday, Wednesday 3 June. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:50:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/police-incident---upper-parliament-street-toxteth/ We are this evening, Wednesday 3 June, investigating following reports of a man being shot in the arm in Liverpool. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:27:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/third-section-60-order-in-huyton-whiston-and-prescot/ A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Huyton, Prescot and Whiston for a third successive night to help prevent potential criminality and disorder. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:08:37 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/woman-has-been-banned-from-all-tesco-stores-in-merseyside-and-cheshire/ A prolific shoplifter has been banned from entering all Tesco stores and three retail parks in Merseyside and Cheshire after pleading guilty to stealing thousands of pounds of items. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:37:44 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/four-men-charged-with-class-a-drugs-offences/ We have charged four men with Class A drugs offences. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:37:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-with-25-offences-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged in connection with three shop thefts which occurred in the space of an hour in Woolton. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:09:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-ellis-cox-murder/ Today, Wednesday 3 June, a man has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Ellis Cox in Aintree. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:56:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/second-section-60-order-in-huyton-whiston-and-prescot/ A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Huyton, Prescot and Whiston for a second night to help prevent possible criminality and disorder. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:16:19 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/police-presence-on-balfour-road-in-southport/ UPDATE We can confirm an item found at a flat in Southport earlier today has been assessed as safe by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and the incident stood down. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:24:21 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-following-assault-in-kensington/ A man has been charged following an assault in Kensington yesterday morning, Monday 1 June. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:57:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-with-weapons-offences-following-incident-in-aigburth/ A man has been charged after reports a man was seen in possession of a knife at a hotel in Aigburth on Monday (1 June). Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:48:44 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-class-a-drugs-offences-after-stop-check-by-pcsos-in-crosby/ A man was arrested on suspicion of Class A drugs offences after a stop check by Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) in Crosby. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:59:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/teenager-charged-with-attempted-robbery-following-incident-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that a teenage boy has been charged with attempted robbery following an incident in St Helens last week. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:43:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/section-60-order-introduced-in-huyton-knowsley-and-whiston/ A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Huyton, Prescot and Whiston to help prevent possible criminality and disorder. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:51:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/runcorn-man-sentenced-to-28-months-for-sending-hoax-emails-to-schools/ We can confirm that a man has been sentenced to 28 months in custody for sending hoax emails to three schools in Merseyside. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-arrested-and-weapons-seized-in-aigburth/ A man has been arrested following an incident where a man was seen with a weapon. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:32:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/arrest-following-an-assault-in-kensington/ A man was arrested following an assault in Kensington this morning, Monday 1 June. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:19:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-with-manslaughter-after-death-of-alex-jones-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have charged a man with manslaughter following the death of Alex Jones in Liverpool city centre last March. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:43:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-with-burglary-after-car-seen-being-driven-erratically-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have charged a man with burglary and aggravated vehicle taking. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:37:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/june-2026/man-charged-in-connection-with-burglary-and-attempted-burglaries-in-wirral/ A man has been charged in connection with five burglaries and attempted burglaries reported in Wirral over the weekend. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:38:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/tribute-to-15-year-old-girl-who-died-following-incident-on-formby-beach/ A 15 year-old girl who was taken to hospital after getting into difficulties on Formby beach on Bank Holiday Monday, 25 May, has sadly passed away in hospital. Sat, 30 May 2026 12:10:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-birkdale/ We are appealing for information following a serious collision in Birkdale earlier this week. Fri, 29 May 2026 15:29:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/five-liverpool-men-arrested-in-connection-with-modern-slavery-investigation/ Five men have been arrested in morning raids today (Friday 29 May) as part of an investigation into Modern Slavery in Merseyside. Fri, 29 May 2026 13:19:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-charged-after-cocaine-seized-from-van-in-whiston/ Two men have been charged after packages of cocaine with address labels across the UK were found in a van seen speeding in Whiston. Fri, 29 May 2026 12:25:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-teenagers-charged-with-attempted-murder-following-incident-in-netherton/ We can confirm that two teenagers have been charged with attempted murder following an incident in Netherton earlier this week. Fri, 29 May 2026 09:07:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/family-friendly-999-day-event-comes-to-liscard/ Residents are invited to join emergency services and community partners for a free 999 Day event taking place in Liscard Town Centre on Friday 29 May 2026, from 11:00 to 14:00. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:51:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/police-incident-on-m57-in-moreton/ We can confirm we received a report that a woman has fallen from a bridge on Junction 2 of the M53 in Moreton this evening, Thursday 28 May. Thu, 28 May 2026 20:05:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/police-incident-following-serious-collision-on-m57/ We can confirm that emergency services are on the M57 in Aintree after a serious road traffic collision, this evening, Thursday 28 May. Thu, 28 May 2026 19:42:14 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-margaret-watling/ Please share and help Liverpool Coroner's Office find the next of kin for Margaret Watling from Croxteth. Thu, 28 May 2026 15:20:45 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/dispersal-zone-in-waterloo-crosby-and-blundellsands-this-evening/ A dispersal zone will be introduced in Waterloo, Crosby and Blundellsands this evening following ongoing reports of anti-social behaviour and youths causing a nuisance in the community. Thu, 28 May 2026 14:39:06 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/drugs-and-weapons-seized-as-kirkby-strike-day-continues/ A strike day which began in Kirkby this morning, Thursday, 28 May, with a series of coordinated warrants, continues with mounted, off-road quad bikes and the Stolen Vehicle Squad. Thu, 28 May 2026 13:50:23 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/wanted-baylee-elliott/ We are appealing for help in finding a Liverpool man who is wanted on a recall to prison for breaching his licence conditions. Thu, 28 May 2026 13:38:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/four-women-charged-with-shop-theft-in-prescot/ We have charged four females with shop theft following an incident in Prescot yesterday, Wednesday 27 May. Thu, 28 May 2026 11:53:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/teenage-boy-arrested-after-machete-and-class-a-drugs-seized-in-bootle/ A teenage boy has been arrested after a machete and 74 wraps of suspected crack cocaine and heroin were found in Bootle in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 28 May. Thu, 28 May 2026 11:58:05 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/public-urged-vigilant-merseyside-summer-events/ The public in Merseyside are asked to stay alert and help keep each other safe this summer, as Counter Terrorism Policing’s summer campaign returns. Thu, 28 May 2026 10:50:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-and-charged-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives investigating an assault in Liverpool city centre earlier this week have arrested and charged a man. Thu, 28 May 2026 10:45:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-after-injured-man-attends-hospital/ We are appealing for information after a man attended hospital with injuries in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 28 May. Thu, 28 May 2026 10:33:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-after-illegal-scrambler-bike-ridden-dangerously-in-croxteth/ We can confirm that a man has been arrested after an illegal scrambler bike was ridden dangerously in Croxteth. Thu, 28 May 2026 10:32:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-several-theft-offences-in-bootle/ A man has been charged after several theft offences in Bootle. Thu, 28 May 2026 10:03:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/community-members-wanted-to-help-influence-policing-across-merseyside/ The Merseyside Independent Advisory Group (MIAG) is calling for members of the community to join their group to help influence fair and inclusive policing across Merseyside. Thu, 28 May 2026 09:53:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-west-kirby/ We are introducing a Dispersal Zone in West Kirby following a recent increase in anti-social behaviour as the hot weather continues. Wed, 27 May 2026 21:14:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-following-arson-at-business-site-in-st-helens/ We are appealing for information following arson at a business site in St Helens yesterday, Tuesday 26 May. Wed, 27 May 2026 17:31:57 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/woman-arrested-following-stabbing-at-liverpool-city-centre-hostel/ A woman has been arrested following a stabbing at a hostel in Liverpool city centre this afternoon, Wednesday 27 May. Wed, 27 May 2026 15:54:48 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-teenagers-arrested-following-serious-assault-in-netherton/ We can confirm that two teenagers have been arrested following a serious assault in Netherton. Wed, 27 May 2026 15:12:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/knives-seized-and-offenders-targeted-in-merseyside-week-of-action/ Multiple arrests, dozens of weapons seized, and knives taken off the streets – that’s the outcome of Merseyside Police’s week of action tackling knife crime. Wed, 27 May 2026 12:14:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/further-appeal-for-information-following-assault-on-crosby-beach/ Detectives are continuing to appeal for information following an assault on Crosby beach on Monday 25 May. Wed, 27 May 2026 11:23:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-witnesses-following-incident-on-formby-beach/ We are appealing for witnesses to come forward following an incident at Formby beach on Bank Holiday Monday, 25 May. Wed, 27 May 2026 10:58:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/officers-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-on-edge-lane-liverpool/ We are appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision on Edge Lane in Liverpool yesterday, Tuesday 26 May. Wed, 27 May 2026 10:05:33 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-following-wirral-school-burglary/ We have charged a man following a burglary at a Wirral primary school last night, Monday 25 May. Tue, 26 May 2026 14:23:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-class-a-drugs-found-at-a-house-in-bootle/ A man has been charged after large amounts of Class A drugs including cocaine and ecstasy were found at an address in Bootle. Tue, 26 May 2026 14:10:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/three-arrested-after-40k-and-blocks-of-suspected-heroin-seized-in-liverpool/ Three people have been arrested after £40,000 in cash and 4. Tue, 26 May 2026 13:59:21 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-phyllis-gunner/ The Coroner of Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens is appealing for help in finding the next of kin of Phyllis Gunner. Tue, 26 May 2026 13:42:13 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/teenager-arrested-following-assault-on-crosby-breach/ We have arrested a teenage boy following an assault on Crosby beach yesterday afternoon, Monday 25 May. Tue, 26 May 2026 12:35:19 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-after-imitation-firearm-and-suspected-drugs-found-in-toxteth/ A man has been arrested after an imitation firearm and suspected cocaine were found at a house in Toxteth on Thursday 21 May. Tue, 26 May 2026 10:58:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives are appealing for information following an assault in Liverpool city centre last night, Monday 25 May. Tue, 26 May 2026 09:46:13 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/advice-to-visitors-to-sefton-coastline/ We are encouraging visitors to Sefton’s coastline to stay safe and be patient as they look to make their way home today, Monday 25 May. Mon, 25 May 2026 19:39:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/statement-on-emergency-services-in-formby/ We can confirm that emergency services are in Formby following an incident this afternoon, Monday 25 May. Mon, 25 May 2026 17:09:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/section-60-authority-in-knowsley-following-injury-shooting/ We are authorising a Section 60 search authority in Knowsley as part of our response following the injury shooting yesterday, Sunday 24 May. Mon, 25 May 2026 16:46:21 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-continue-to-appeal-for-information-following-injury-shooting-in-knowsley/ Detectives are continuing to appeal for information following a double injury shooting in Knowsley yesterday afternoon, Sunday 24 May. Mon, 25 May 2026 12:17:45 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-shooting-in-prescot/ We can confirm that emergency services are in Prescot following a shooting this afternoon, Sunday 24 May. Sun, 24 May 2026 16:18:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/statement-on-unexpected-death-in-st-helens/ Update, Monday 25 May: We can confirm that the man has been conditionally bailed pending further enquiries. Sun, 24 May 2026 15:00:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/lock-it-tag-it-or-lose-it---advice-to-tt-bikers/ Merseyside is gearing up to welcome thousands of motorcyclists and race fans from across the world for the annual Isle of Man TT Races and Op Needle officers are reminding visitors to secure their motorcycles while travelling through the region. Fri, 22 May 2026 16:29:36 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/three-arrests-after-25kg-of-cannabis-recovered-in-liverpool/ Three people have been arrested after officers noticed suspected drug dealing, resulting in a large quantity of cannabis recovered in Liverpool. Fri, 22 May 2026 14:34:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/update-dispersal-zone-in-netherton-following-anti-social-behaviour/ Officers continue to provide high visibility patrols in the Netherton area as part of an ongoing Dispersal Order. Fri, 22 May 2026 14:11:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-people-arrested-for-drugs-offences-thanks-to-quick-thinking-actions-of-officers-in-southport/ Two people were arrested and a significant quantity of cash, cocaine and cannabis seized in Southport thanks to the quick-thinking actions of neighbourhood officers. Fri, 22 May 2026 13:33:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/national-recognition-for-local-officers-at-licensing-awards/ Three officers have received national recognition for their outstanding work tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and better protecting people across Liverpool’s night‑time economy. Fri, 22 May 2026 11:51:03 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-alun-layton/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing to find the family of Alun Layton, of Prospect Vale, Fairfield. Fri, 22 May 2026 09:20:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/cctv-appeal-following-serious-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have released CCTV images of a man who could have information following a serous assault in Liverpool last month. Thu, 21 May 2026 16:17:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-following-multiple-reports-of-racist-graffiti-at-liverpool-john-lennon-airport/ We have arrested a man following multiple reports of racist graffiti across the terminal buildings at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA). Thu, 21 May 2026 15:40:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/update-five-people-sentenced-following-death-of-paul-foster/ We can confirm that the following five people were sentenced today (Thursday 21 May) following the death of Paul Foster. Thu, 21 May 2026 13:19:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-sfter-supected-class-a-drugs-found-inside-a-car-in-toxteth/ A man has been arrested in Toxteth after suspected Class A drugs were found in a black BMW yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 20 May). Thu, 21 May 2026 12:57:01 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-and-two-firearms-seized-in-kirkby/ A man has been charged after two air rifles were found in a house in Kirkby. Thu, 21 May 2026 12:47:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-after-drugs-and-money-found-in-st-helens/ A man has been arrested after a warrant was executed at a house in St Helens where suspected crack cocaine, cannabis and a significant amount of money was seized. Thu, 21 May 2026 10:47:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/dispersal-order-introduced-in-netherton/ We have introduced a Dispersal Order in Netherton tonight, following recent incidents of crime and disorder in the Marian Square area. Wed, 20 May 2026 20:45:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/woman-arrested-after-20000-seized-in-st-helens/ A woman has been arrested after £20,000 in cash was found during a stop and search in St Helens yesterday, Tuesday 19 May. Wed, 20 May 2026 13:37:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-of-rose-johnson/ We have arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of Rose Johnston. Wed, 20 May 2026 11:45:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-jacqueline-clarke/ Liverpool and Wirral Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a woman from Woodchurch who recently died. Tue, 19 May 2026 17:11:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-anita-walls/ Liverpool and Wirral Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a woman who recently died in Aigburth. Tue, 19 May 2026 16:18:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/investigation-underway-following-reports-of-assault-at-property-in-birkenhead/ We are investigating following reports two people were assaulted inside a property in Birkenhead. Tue, 19 May 2026 14:55:43 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/arrests-and-seizures-made-in-wirral-operation-gears-day-of-action/ Officers have made arrests and seized bikes and drugs as part of Operation Gears – the Force’s response to tackling the antisocial and criminal use of bikes across Merseyside. Tue, 19 May 2026 14:55:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-men-found-guilty-of-the-murder-of-paul-foster/ We can confirm that two men have been found guilty of murder and a further three people guilty of manslaughter following the death of Paul Foster. Tue, 19 May 2026 13:14:58 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/liverpool-man-jailed-for-eight-years-and-four-months-for-class-a-drugs-conspiracy/ A Liverpool man has today, Tuesday 19 May, been jailed for eight years and four months for Class A drugs offences. Tue, 19 May 2026 13:10:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-teenager-seriously-assaulted-in-tranmere/ We can confirm that a man has been charged after a teenager was seriously assaulted in Tranmere on Saturday 16 May. Tue, 19 May 2026 10:30:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/millions-of-pounds-of-drugs-seized-in-three-years-of-evolve-wirral-making-communities-safer/ An operation tackling serious and organised crime in Wirral is marking three years of progress with police and partners highlighting community success and sustained enforcement that has seen more than £2million of drugs removed from the streets. Tue, 19 May 2026 10:01:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-following-a-suspicious-fire-in-birkenhead/ We are appealing for information following a suspicious fire in Birkenhead on Friday 15 May. Tue, 19 May 2026 08:51:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/two-arrested-thanks-to-pd-ziggy-after-timber-stolen-from-a-site-in-st-helens/ We have arrested two men after our police dog tracked down two suspects who were reported to have taken 20 pieces of large timber from a construction site in St Helens last night (Sunday 17 May). Mon, 18 May 2026 15:31:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-domestic-assault-in-tuebrook/ A man has been charged after reports of a domestic assault in Tuebrook on Sunday morning (17 May). Mon, 18 May 2026 11:45:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-following-electric-bike-robbery-in-page-moss/ We are appealing for information following an electric bike and mobile phone robbery in Page Moss on Friday 15 May. Mon, 18 May 2026 09:31:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/officers-kick-off-vehicle-crime-crackdown-around-liverpool-city-centre/ Officers are kicking off a major crackdown on car thieves around Liverpool City Centre and the surrounding area in a bid to encourage motorists to protect their vehicles and valuables to support the action taken by officers in the fight against vehicle crime. Mon, 18 May 2026 07:59:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/gun-charges-as-part-of-investigation-into-serious-and-organised-crime/ Update, Friday 15 May Two more people have been charged as part of a major investigation into serious and organised crime. Fri, 15 May 2026 20:44:57 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/six-arrested-after-unexpected-death-in-fairfield/ We can confirm that emergency services were in Fairfield following the unexpected death of a man yesterday morning, Thursday 14 May. Fri, 15 May 2026 13:57:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-to-find-owner-of-horse-saddles-recovered-in-wirral/ Detectives are seeking the owner of two horse saddles which were recovered following the arrest of two men in Wirral. Fri, 15 May 2026 13:22:14 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-handed-criminal-behaviour-order-after-several-thefts-from-stores-in-liverpool/ A man from Everton has been banned from entering several stores across Merseyside after he was handed a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order and a prison sentence. Fri, 15 May 2026 12:55:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/five-charged-for-class-a-and-b-drug-supply-offences/ Five people have been charged as part of an investigation into the supply of Class A and B drugs in St Helens. Fri, 15 May 2026 11:34:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/nine-people-charged-as-part-of-investigation-into-serious-and-organised-crime/ We can confirm that nine people have been charged with various offences following an investigation into serious and organised crime. Fri, 15 May 2026 09:20:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/ten-people-arrested-and-five-firearms-seized-as-part-of-ongoing-investigation/ We have arrested ten people, seized five firearms and a large quantity of drugs as part of an investigation into serious organised crime. Thu, 14 May 2026 15:39:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-given-further-ban-following-theft-from-southport-supermarket/ A man has been issued with a further two-year banning order following theft from a Southport supermarket. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:52:17 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/police-presence-at-childwall-sports-and-science-academy/ **UPDATE 5PM** A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of Malicious communications and will be taken to a police station for questioning. Thu, 14 May 2026 13:39:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-after-business-burglary-in-kirkby/ Detectives are appealing for information after a business burglary in Kirkby in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 14 May. Thu, 14 May 2026 11:18:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-after-a-fire-at-a-restaurant-in-haydock/ We are appealing for information after a fire at a restaurant in Haydock on Monday 11 May. Thu, 14 May 2026 09:51:32 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/coordinated-action-on-nitrous-oxide-concerns-after-finds-in-knowsley/ Knowsley Council and Merseyside Police have spoken out about their serious concern following the discovery of nitrous oxide canisters in a car park close to the M62 motorway, describing the find as deeply troubling in the context of road safety. Thu, 14 May 2026 09:33:01 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/operation-gears-arrests-and-bikes-seized-across-merseyside/ We have made arrests and seized bikes, drugs and a weapon as part of Operation Gears, our ongoing force commitment to targeting the anti-social and criminal use of bikes across Merseyside. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:52:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-issued-with-community-protection-notice-after-several-reports-of-ant-social-behaviour-in-southport/ A man has been issued with a Community Protection Notice after several reports of anti-social behaviour in Southport. Tue, 12 May 2026 17:22:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-keith-bloxham/ Please share as the Coroner's Office seek to find the next of kin for a Newton-le-Willows man who recently passed away. Tue, 12 May 2026 17:06:05 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/dispersal-zone-to-be-introduced-in-birkenhead-town-centre/ An ongoing dispersal zone in Birkenhead town centre has already had positive results after six youths were arrested last night and weapons taken off the streets. Tue, 12 May 2026 14:37:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/woman-charged-after-breaching-community-protection-notice/ A woman has been charged after breaching a community protection notice in Bootle. Tue, 12 May 2026 13:52:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/cannabis-farm-with-more-than-200-plants-dismantled-in-bootle/ We can confirm that an investigation is underway after more than 200 cannabis plants were found at an address in Bootle on Sunday, 10 May. Tue, 12 May 2026 12:16:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/cctv-appeal-following-sexual-assault-on-county-road-liverpool/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a report of a sexual assault in Liverpool. Tue, 12 May 2026 10:52:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/liverpool-man-jailed-for-six-and-a-half-years-for-sex-offences-involving-children/ A Liverpool man has been jailed for six-and-a-half years for multiple sex offences involving children. Tue, 12 May 2026 10:32:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-for-information-following-arson-in-everton/ Detectives are appealing for information following an arson in Everton in the early hours of this morning, Monday 11 May. Mon, 11 May 2026 12:02:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-howard-bamber/ Sefton, St Helens and Knowsley Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man who recently died in Southport. Mon, 11 May 2026 09:12:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/emergency-services-attend-large-fire-on-smithdown-road/ Emergency services are in attendance in the Smithdown Road area of Liverpool following reports of a fire this evening (Sunday 10 May). Sun, 10 May 2026 23:25:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-after-over-50000-found-in-dovecot/ We have arrested a man from Liverpool after a safe with more than £50,000 cash inside was seized by police during a warrant yesterday, Thursday 7 May. Fri, 08 May 2026 16:19:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/wanted-ethan-power/ We are appealing for help to find a wanted man from Walton. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:19:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/pcsos-team-up-with-raf-cadets-and-local-council-for-kirkby-clean-up/ A husband-and-wife duo of Merseyside Police Community Support Officers teamed up on their rest day with RAF cadets - 7F (1st City of Liverpool) Squadron RAF Air Cadets -  and local council representatives to take part in a community litter-picking operation in Kirkby, demonstrating a shared commitment to keeping local neighbourhoods safe, clean and welcoming. Fri, 08 May 2026 13:36:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-and-woman-charged-with-drugs-supply-offences-following-warrant-in-wallasey/ A man and woman have been charged and a substantial quantity of drugs seized following a warrant carried out in Wallasey yesterday, Thursday 7 May. Fri, 08 May 2026 13:36:33 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/teenager-arrested-and-stolen-motorbike-following-theft-in-st-helens/ A teenager has been arrested and a stolen motorbike seized after a theft in St Helens. Fri, 08 May 2026 10:43:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-following-collision-in-everton/ Detectives investigating a collision in Everton have charged a man with Attempted murder. Fri, 08 May 2026 08:19:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/southport-man-charged-after-breach-of-criminal-behaviour-order/ A man who was issued with a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) in March 2026 has been charged after several items were stolen from a store in Southport. Thu, 07 May 2026 17:09:59 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-cash-vehicles-and-watches-seized-in-parr/ A man has been charged after cash, mobile phones and cars were seized at a property in Parr yesterday morning (Wednesday 6 May). Thu, 07 May 2026 14:56:23 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/three-arrested-following-collision-in-everton/ We have arrested three people following a collision in Everton. Thu, 07 May 2026 10:26:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-with-vehicle-crime-offences-in-sefton/ We have charged a man with vehicle crime offences as part of an investigation in Sefton. Thu, 07 May 2026 08:48:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/merseyside-police-launches-halo-points-to-strengthen-safety-across-liverpools-night-time-economy/ Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, has today (Wednesday 6 May) launched Halo Points as part of Operation Halo, marking the next phase of the initiative to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and better protect people across Liverpool’s night‑time economy. Wed, 06 May 2026 17:25:52 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-edward-edwards/ Sefton, St Helens and Knowsley Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man who recently died in Bootle. Wed, 06 May 2026 15:45:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-after-wallet-stolen-from-disabled-pensioner-in-waterloo/ We arrested a man on suspicion of theft and fraud by false representation after a disabled pensioner had his wallet stolen in Waterloo. Wed, 06 May 2026 09:31:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-at-hill-dickinson-stadium/ A man has been arrested following reports that racist abuse was shouted inside Hill Dickinson Stadium during Everton's Premier League fixture with Manchester City on Monday 4 May. Tue, 05 May 2026 16:11:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/investigation-underway-following-death-of-man-in-aigburth/ We are investigating following the death of a man in Liverpool. Tue, 05 May 2026 15:55:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/three-men-sentenced-for-cash-machine-thefts-across-multiple-counties/ Pictured left to right: Carl and Lee Kettle and Barry Dillon sentenced for cash machine thefts across multiple counties. Tue, 05 May 2026 13:19:01 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/next-of-kin-leonard-charles-thorpe/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing to find the family of Leonard Charles Thorpe of Westbury Close, Liverpool. Tue, 05 May 2026 11:24:19 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-arrested-following-firearm-incident-in-rock-ferry/ A man has been arrested following an incident in Rock Ferry this afternoon, Monday 4 May. Mon, 04 May 2026 17:18:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/appeal-following-bike-robbery-in-bootle-town-centre/ We are appealing for information following a report of a bike robbery in Bootle Town Centre yesterday, Saturday 2 May. Sun, 03 May 2026 10:49:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/woman-banned-from-all-tesco-stores-in-birkenhead-town-centre-and-wirral/ A woman has been banned from entering Birkenhead Town Centre and all Tesco stores in Wirral following shoplifting offences. Fri, 01 May 2026 17:44:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-jaild-for-drugs-offences-after-he-fled-to-portugal/ A man from Eastham has been jailed for several drug offences after he was arrested in Portugal. Fri, 01 May 2026 17:27:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/10-arrested-in-operation-across-sefton/ We have arrested 10 men and women across Sefton as part of an operation to locate and detain outstanding suspects. Fri, 01 May 2026 16:36:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-after-burglary-in-liscard/ A man has been charged after a house burglary where a man was assaulted in Liscard, yesterday, Thursday 30 April. Fri, 01 May 2026 15:54:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/dispersal-zones-introduced-in-garston-speke-and-allerton-this-weekend/ Dispersal zones will be introduced in Allerton, Speke and Garston this weekend in response to ongoing reports of anti-social behaviour and youths causing a nuisance. Fri, 01 May 2026 15:17:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/arrests-following-day-of-action-in-birkenhead/ We have arrested four people and carried out several stop searches in Birkenhead town centre in an ongoing proactive policing operation to target suspected criminals and protect those living in the area. Fri, 01 May 2026 14:20:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/taking-action-shining-a-light-on-hidden-harms-of-tech-enabled-abuse-in-merseyside/ Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are today launching a major new phase of their Taking Action campaign to switch on awareness of the often-hidden harms of tech-enabled abuse and its real-world impact. Fri, 01 May 2026 12:05:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/may-2026/man-charged-following-incident-in-netherton/ A man has been charged with firearms, drugs and driving offences after officer detained a man riding a Sur-ron bike in Netherton. Fri, 01 May 2026 11:26:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-after-several-burglaries-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged after several house burglaries in Liverpool where a car and other items were taken. Fri, 01 May 2026 10:53:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-following-incident-in-st-helens/ A man has been arrested following an incident in St Helens this evening, Thursday 30 April. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:21:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-investigation-into-glock-handgun-in-sefton/ A man has been charged after a handgun was found at an address in Bootle. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:51:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/cctv-appeal-following-theft-of-beauty-products-from-bromborough-store/ Police have issued CCTV images of three women who could assist with their enquiries after hundreds of pounds worth of beauty products were stolen from a shop in Bromborough. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:53:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-jailed-after-stealing-delivery-van-and-ramming-police-car/ A man has been jailed for nearly four years after stealing a delivery van and driving it at a police vehicle in St Helens. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:18:52 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wanted-caiden-newman/ We are appealing for information to help find a wanted man from Kensington. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:23:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/cctv-image-appeal-following-robbery-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a robbery at a cash machine in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:17:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wirral-man-jailed-for-making-indecent-images-of-children-and-breaching-a-sexual-harm-prevention-order/ A Wirral man has been jailed for making indecent images of children and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO). Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:12:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/project-medusa-delivers-major-results-against-county-lines-crime-across-merseyside/ Project Medusa delivered another impactful year in the fight against County Lines crime, with hundreds of drug lines shut down, more than a thousand arrests made, and large‑scale seizures of drugs, weapons and criminal cash. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:10:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-people-arrested-as-part-of-investigation-into-the-supply-of-contaminated-drugs-in-southport/ We can confirm that Carl Gardiner, 51, of Leyland Road, in Southport, has been charged with three counts of possession of a controlled Class A drug (cocaine, heroin and etonitazene). Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:46:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-after-cannabis-mobile-phones-and-12000/ A man has been charged after cannabis, mobile phones and over £12,000 in cash was found at an address in Liverpool. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:02:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-paul-cunningham/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of a Southport man. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:42:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/police-sextortion-crackdown-victim-story/ Merseyside Police is urging people across Merseyside to be alert to sextortion – a form of online blackmail where criminals threaten to share sexual images or information unless a victim pays money or complies with demands. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:05:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-men-arrested-on-suspicion-of-affray-following-incident-in-kirkby/ We have arrested two men following a fight in Kirkby yesterday evening. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:43:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wirral-man-jailed-for-16-years-for-rape-and-assault/ We have today, Monday 27 April, welcomed the sentencing of a Wirral man for rape. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:22:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-kenneth-beatson/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the family of a man who has passed away. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:03:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/continued-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-collision-in-fazakerley-in-december-2025/ We continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward to assist our ongoing investigation into a fatal collision in Fazakerley on Friday 5 December 2025. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:47:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-phillip-vickers/ Can you help locate the family of a man from Springwood who has sadly passed away? Phillip Vickers, aged 70, sadly died at his home on Hylton Road on Saturday 18 April. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:46:32 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/twelve-notices-issued-from-south-liverpool-at-the-weekend/ Officers issued 12 dispersal notices to youths after two dispersal zones were put in place south Liverpool at the weekend. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:10:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-with-several-domestic-abuse-offences-in-tranmere/ A man from Tranmere has been charged with several domestic abuse offences. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:34:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-glyn-whitehurst/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in finding the next-of-kin of a man who died. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:18:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wanted-omid-alimadadi/ We are continuing to appeal for help in finding wanted Omid Alimadadi from Toxteth. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:43:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/west-derby-man-jailed-for-10-years-for-drug-supply-offences/ We can confirm that a West Derby man has been sentenced to 10 years in jail as part of a drug supply investigation. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:23:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/dispersal-zone-birkenhead-town-centre/ Update on Monday 27 April: Three dispersal notices were issued to two males aged 11 and 13 years, and a 25-year-old woman for nuisance behaviour. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:27:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-dispersal-zones-in-south-liverpool-this-weekend/ Two dispersal zones will be introduced in south Liverpool this weekend following ongoing reports of anti-social behaviour and youths causing a nuisance. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:07:57 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/drugs-cash-and-weapons-seized-following-searches-in-liverpool/ Matrix officers seized suspected Class A and B drugs, cash and offensive weapons during searches in the Liverpool area last night, Thursday 23 April. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:19:14 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-and-cocaine-cannabis-and-machete-seized-in-speke/ A man has been arrested and cannabis, cocaine and a machete seized following an incident in Speke. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:18:21 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wanted-alex-carroll/ We are appealing for help to find a wanted man from Garston. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:56:59 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/four-charged-following-warrants/ Four people have been charged with drug supply offences following warrants carried out in Prescot, Stockbridge Village and Ashton-in-Makerfield yesterday (Thursday 23 April). Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:45:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-incident-in-liverpool/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following an incident in Liverpool on Wednesday 22 April. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:32:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/targeted-day-of-action-against-organised-crime-in-knowsley/ Merseyside Police carried out a day of action across Knowsley yesterday (Thursday 23 April), targeting serious and organised crime affecting communities throughout the borough. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:02:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-and-ammunition-seized-after-car-stopped-by-merseyside-police/ We can confirm a man has been arrested and ammunition seized after a car was stopped by officers from Merseyside Police. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:46:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/prolific-thief-who-targeted-vulnerable-and-elderly-people-in-st-helens-jailed/ A prolific thief has been jailed after targeting vulnerable and elderly people in St Helens. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:02:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-banned-from-cables-retail-park-in-prescot/ A man has been jailed and banned from entering Cables Retail Park in Prescot after committing multiple shoplifting offences. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:23:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murdering-ellis-cox/ We can confirm a man was arrested earlier today at Liverpool John Lennon Airport in connection with the murder of Ellis Cox. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:47:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-with-murder-of-carl-ennis-in-stockbridge-village/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following the murder of Carl Ennis in Stockbridge Village last Friday, 17 April. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:47:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrests-made-and-bikes-seized-as-part-of-our-ongoing-work-under-operation-gears/ We have made arrests and seized a number of bikes as part of our ongoing work under Operation Gears – the Force’s response to the illegal use of electric and electrically assisted bikes by criminals. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:33:56 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wanted-carl-fairfield/ Can you help locate a Liverpool man who is wanted on a recall to prison for breach of his licence conditions? Carl Fairfield, 49 years, from Fazakerley has breached his licence conditions following his release after serving a sentence for selling cocaine. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:15:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-following-incident-in-liverpool/ We can confirm a man has been arrested following an incident in Liverpool last night. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:53:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-after-pistol-and-ammunition-found-inside-a-flat-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged after a firearm, ammunition, suspected drugs and cash were seized following a warrant in Orrell Park, Liverpool yesterday, Wednesday 22 April. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:53:48 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/four-arrests-made-in-knowsley-and-wigan-as-part-of-county-lines-crackdown/ Four people have been arrested following early morning warrants carried out in Prescot, Stockbridge Village and Ashton-in-Makerfield, in connection with a suspected County Lines criminal network. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:30:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/continued-appeal-for-missing-gary-davies/ We are continuing to appeal for help to find missing Gary Davies, who may be in North Wales. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:08:38 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-victor-charters/ The Coroner’s Office is appealing for help in tracing the next-of-kin of a man from Formby who has passed away. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:51:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/continued-appeal-to-find-wanted-man-from-wirral/ We continue to appeal for information to help find a wanted man from Wirral. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:44:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-after-illegal-bike-seized-thanks-to-pd-jojo/ We have arrested a man after our police dog tracked and found a man who was riding an illegally modified pedal bike in St Helens. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:38:02 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrests-for-drug-offences-and-pspo-breach-in-the-city-centre/ Four people were arrested yesterday, Tuesday 21 April, in an ongoing operation to tackle anti-social behaviour and criminality in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:23:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/operation-toxic-gun-ammunition-drugs-and-cash-found-in-orrell-park-flat/ A man has been arrested and firearms, ammunition, suspected drugs and cash seized following a warrant in Orrell Park, Liverpool this morning, Wednesday 22 April. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-re-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-and-victim-named-following-incident-in-stockbridge-village/ We can confirm that a man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder following an incident in Stockbridge Village on Friday 17 April. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:24:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-sentenced-after-entering-pitch-before-rugby-match-at-hill-dickinson-stadium/ A man has been handed a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order after entering the pitch ahead of an international rugby league match in Liverpool last year. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:08:19 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-dies-and-murder-investigation-underway-following-incident-in-stockbridge-village/ We can sadly confirm that a man has passed away following an incident in Stockbridge Village on Friday 17 April. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:24:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/three-arrested-after-robbery-of-an-electric-bike-in-st-helens/ Three men have been arrested after a robbery in St Helens where an electric bike was stolen. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:51:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/male-arrested-and-electric-motorbike-recovered-in-toxteth/ A male has been arrested after an illegal high-powered electric motorbike was being ridden dangerously in Toxteth yesterday afternoon, Monday 20 April. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:47:59 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/wirral-man-jailed-for-10-years-for-child-sex-offences/ We have today, Tuesday 21 April, welcomed the sentencing of a Wirral man for child sex offences. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:47:20 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrests-following-suspected-drug-dealing-and-cocaine-found-in-kinder-surprise-in-southport/ Two people have been arrested following reports of drug dealing outside a hotel in Southport. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:15:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-males-arrested-after-sur-rons-bikes-rode-on-motorway-in-wrong-direction/ Two males have been arrested following reports that Sur-ron bikes were riding along the M62 motorway in the wrong direction yesterday, Sunday 19 April. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:53:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-serioius-road-collision-in-birkenhead/ We are appealing for information following a serious road collision in Birkenhead yesterday, Sunday 19 April. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:15:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/three-teenagers-arrested-following-robbery-in-formby/ UPDATE We can confirm that two more teenage boys have been arrested following a robbery in Formby. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:49:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/detectivs-appeal-for-information-after-burglary-at-haydock/ A man has been arrested following a burglary in Haydock that left a man with multiple injuries. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:38:14 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-reported-thefts-from-vehicles-in-southport/ We can confirm that a man has been charged after we received multiple reports that items had been stolen from vehicles in Southport. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:33:29 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/merseyside-police-marks-response-policing-week-of-action/ No two days are ever the same for a response officer. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:04:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-for-information-following-serious-assault-in-stockbridge-village/ UPDATE: We can confirm that a 25-year-old man from Stockbridge Village has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding with intent. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:34:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-from-anfield-jailed-for-conspiracy-to-supply-cocaine-and-cannabis/ A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison after a number of messages and images from inside his home revealed a conspiracy to supply large amounts of cocaine and cannabis using the mobile encryption service – Encrochat. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:53:03 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-arrested-after-purple-ecstasy-tablets-seized-in-liverpool-city-cenre/ Two men have been arrested after large amounts of purple ecstasy tablets were seized in Liverpool city centre last night, Thursday 16 April. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:28:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/shrewsbury-man-jailed-for-rape-in-st-helens/ A man has been jailed for raping a woman in St Helens. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:32:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-arrested-and-drugs-cash-and-weapons-seized-after-patrols-track-e-bike-in-birkenhead/ We have arrested two males and seized drugs and cash following an incident in Birkenhead yesterday, Thursday 16 April. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:50:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/merseyside-police-offers-advice-to-supporters-ahead-of-first-ever-merseyside-derby-at-hill-dickinson-stadium/ The first Merseyside Derby will be held at the Hill Dickinson Stadium this weekend and a comprehensive policing plan is in place to ensure fans enjoy the match safely. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:31:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/merseyside-partners-stage-live-post-collision-response-demonstration-in-liverpool/ Liverpool Policing Teams have led a major multi‑agency demonstration today at Speke Firing Range, showcasing the emergency response that follows a serious road traffic collision. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:23:58 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-from-whiston-arrested-following-investigation-into-importation-of-two-zombie-knives-from-finland/ A man from Whiston has been arrested as part of an investigation into the importation of two zombie knives from Finland. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:59:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-serious-assault-in-litherland/ A man has been arrested in connection with serious assault in Litherland last month. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:15:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-issued-with-banning-order-after-selling-fake-goods-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A man has been issued with a Criminal Behaviour Order for selling fake products in Liverpool city centre. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:13:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-after-woman-assaulted-in-southport/ A man has been charged after a woman was assaulted in Southport yesterday, Wednesday 15 April. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:05:14 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/three-men-arrested-in-connection-with-high-value-theft-and-drug-dealing-offences-in-halewood/ Three men have been arrested in connection with high value theft and drug dealing offences after bags of white powder were found in Halewood. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:11:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of--kin-neil-baker/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing for help to trace the family of a Walton man who has died. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:46:03 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-stop-check-on-m62/ We have charged a man following a stop check on the M62 on Tuesday 14 April. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:48:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-warrant-in-dovecot/ We have charged a man with firearms offences following a warrant in Dovecot last year. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:44:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-injury-shooting-in-toxteth-last-month/ A man has been charged after a teenage girl was shot in the legs in Toxteth last month. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:11:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/handgun-found-in-waterloo-park/ A handgun has been found hidden in bushes of a Waterloo park this evening, Wednesday 15 April. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:30:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-with-several-drug-offences-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged with possession with intent to sell cocaine and several other drug offences in Liverpool. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:51:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-from-tranmere-charged-with-drugs-supply-offences/ We can confirm that a man from Tranmere has been charged with drugs supply offences. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:42:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrest-and-large-scale-drugs-seizure-following-stop-check-of-van-on-m62/ As part of a joint operation involving Matrix and Operation Medusa, we have arrested a man and seized large quantities of suspected MDMA following a stop check on the M62 yesterday, Tuesday 14 April. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:53:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-following-injury-shooting-in-toxteth-last-month/ A man has been arrested after a teenage girl was shot in the legs in Toxteth last month. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:05:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrest-following-collision-on-m53-in-wirral/ A man has been arrested following a collision on the M53 motorway in Wirral in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 15 April. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:25:05 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-charged-followed-business-crimes-in-sefton/ Two people have been charged following two business crimes in Sefton. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:19:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/pistol-and-ammunition-found-hidden-behind-a-substation-in-wirral/ A Glock pistol and ammunition have been found hidden behind a substation in Tranmere. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:27:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-at-wirral-petrol-station/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries following of a report of assault at a petrol station in Wallasey Village. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:29:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-following-collision-in-everton/ We are appealing for information following a collision involving a pedestrian in Everton this evening, Tuesday 14 April. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:02:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/arrest-following-collision-involving-pedestrian-and-van-in-halewood/ A man has been arrested following a collision involving a pedestrian in Halewood this morning, Tuesday 14 April. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:52:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-following-unprovoked-assault-in-croxteth/ We are appealing for information following an assault inside an address in Croxteth. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:25:45 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/chief-constable-rob-cardens-statement-following-publication-of-phase-1-of-the-southport-inquiry/ Following the publication of the Southport Inquiry Phase 1 report today, Chief Constable Rob Carden has issued the following statement: Chief Constable Rob Carden, said: “We welcome and acknowledge the findings of the Southport Inquiry Phase 1 report, published today following the inquiry which was conducted by Sir Adrian Fulford last year. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:43:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-rape-in-netherton/ An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a report of rape in Netherton yesterday morning (Sunday 12 April). Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:34:17 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/three-men-arrested-in-connection-with-burglaries-in-wirral/ Officers have arrested three men with one found hiding behind a wardrobe, following two businesses burglaries in Wirral. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:15:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/woman-arrested-following-collision-in-wallasey/ We received a report at around 10. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:09:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/new-pan-merseyside-antisocial-behaviour-partnership-launched/ Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are proud to announce the launch of the Merseyside Antisocial Behaviour Partnership, a pan‑Merseyside partnership uniting more than 20 key organisations, including Housing Associations, Local Councils and charities to tackle antisocial behaviour (ASB) across the region. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:38:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/racegoers-thanked-for-successful-randox-grand-national-festival-2026/ Merseyside Police would like to thank racegoers who attended this year’s Randox Grand National Festival after another successful event came to a close today. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:44:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-after-james-bulgers-grave-vandalised-in-kirkdale/ **Updated 5 June to correct arrested man being from Skelmersdale** We have arrested a man from Skelmersdale after James Bulger's grave was vandalised at Kirkdale Cemetery yesterday, Friday 10 April. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:10:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-from-litherland-jailed-after-significant-quantities-of-drugs-found/ Detectives from Project Medusa are welcoming the sentencing of a Litherland man to 10 years and eight months for drug supply offences. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:48:17 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/two-further-males-arrested-in-connection-with-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Today (Friday 10 April) two further males have been arrested in connection with an incident involving a machete in Liverpool city centre earlier this week. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:10:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre-pub/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who could assist with their enquiries following of a report of an assault inside a Liverpool city centre pub. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:18:43 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-trevor-salisbury/ Liverpool Coroner’s Office is appealing for help in tracing the next-of-kin of a man from Clubmoor who has passed away. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:48:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-after-collision-in-bootle/ We are appealing for information following a collision in Bootle on Thursday evening (9 April). Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:17:03 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/drug-dealer-jailed-for-selling-cocaine-in-wirral/ A man has been jailed following an operation to tackle County Lines drug dealing in Wirral. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:14:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/male-arrested-in-connection-with-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A 16-year-old male has been arrested in connection with an assault in Liverpool city centre earlier this week. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:44:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/s60-order-introduced-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have introduced a Section 60 order in Liverpool city centre today, Thursday 9 April, giving officers additional powers to search people who are suspected of involvement in criminality and disorder. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:24:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-and-cash-and-drugs-seized-in-kirkby/ A man was arrested on suspicion of firearm offences and cash and drugs seized from a house in Kirkby yesterday (Wednesday 8 April). Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:09:57 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-following-road-traffic-collision-in-seacombe/ A man has been arrested following a road traffic collision in Seacombe yesterday afternoon, Wednesday 8 April. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:56:48 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-west-kirby/ We are introducing a Dispersal Zone in West Kirby following an increase in anti-social behaviour. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:54:58 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/next-of-kin-john-gatenby/ We are appealing on behalf of Sefton coroner's office for help in finding the next of kin of a man who died. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:34:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/three-wirral-men-jailed-for-county-lines-drug-supply/ Three men have been jailed and four women sentenced for their part in a conspiracy to supply drugs that exploited children. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:56:35 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/stop-search-order-is-in-place-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A stop search order is in place in Liverpool City Centre today, Wednesday 8 April, following a recent number of incidents of crime and disorder in the area. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:25:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/temporary-flight-restriction-zone-to-be-introduced-for-grand-national-2026/ A temporary flight restriction zone, specifically affecting drones, will be imposed above Aintree as part of the policing operation during The Randox Grand National Festival 2026. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:05:54 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/five-people-charged-with-shoplifting-offences-in-knowsley/ Five people have been charged in connection with a series of shoplifting incidents in Knowsley last month. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:54:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/police-incident---albert-dock-liverpool/ We can confirm officers are this evening, Tuesday 7 April, at the Albert Dock following reports a teenager had been assaulted. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:59:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-following-burglary-in-birkenhead/ We are appealing for information after a flat was broken into yesterday evening (Monday 6 April) in Birkenhead. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/police-incident---lynton-road-birkdale/ We can confirm officers are today, Tuesday 7 April, in the Birkdale area following reports a man had been bitten by a dog. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:20:51 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-charged-following-altercation-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following an altercation in Liverpool city centre on Monday 6 April. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:16:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/police-statement-on-emergency-services-at-canning-dock/ We can confirm that emergency services are at Canning Dock following an incident today, Tuesday 7 April. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:58:08 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/advice-ahead-of-grand-national-2026/ Merseyside is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors to the Randox Grand National Festival 2026 this week. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:57:06 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/man-arrested-following-police-incident-in-liverpool-city-centre/ UPDATE – 1. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:05:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/four-arrested-following-reports-of-altercation-in-tuebrook/ We have arrested four people following reports of an altercation in Tuebrook. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:36:05 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-kirkby/ Update on Tuesday 7 April: Two dispersal notices were issued to two teenage males for nuisance behaviour during the Easter bank holiday weekend. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:25:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/officers-extend-stop-and-search-order-in-sefton/ We have extended a stop search order in Netherton and Bootle following a recent incident of violence in the area. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:17:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/four-key-players-sentenced-for-cannabis-farm-in-liverpool-warehouse/ Pictured above Tonin Doci and Kristian Biba A man who orchestrated setting up a huge cannabis farm in a Liverpool city centre warehouse has been jailed along with four other men. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:43:48 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/family-tribute-to-man-who-died-in-road-collision-in-st-helens/ The family of a pedestrian who died in a road collision in St Helens on Monday afternoon (30 March) have issued a tribute. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:54:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/male-arrested-in-connection-with-stabbing-in-bootle/ A 15-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Bootle last night (Wednesday 1 April). Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:32:21 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/stop-search-order-in-south-sefton/ A stop search order is being introduced in Netherton and Bootle today, Thursday 2 April, following a recent incident of violence in the area. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:29:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/david-lyons-jailed-for-manslaughter-of-philip-quinn/ We can confirm that a St Helens man has been sentenced to over nine years for the manslaughter of Philip Quinn in St Helens in 2023. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:13 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/sefton-detectives-appeal-for-information-following-serious-assault-in-litherland/ Sefton detectives are continuing to appeal for information following a serious assault in Litherland last weekend. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:50:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/teenage-boy-charged-after-firearms-incident-in-litherland/ We have charged a teenage boy following an incident in Litherland on Monday 23 March where two firearms were seized. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:20:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-oxton-village/ We are appealing for information following a serious collision in Oxton Village, Wirral yesterday, Wednesday 1 April. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:41:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/april-2026/police-incident-the-avenue-newton-le-willows/ ** UPDATE** We have arrested a 42-year-old man following an incident in Newton-le-Willows last night, Wednesday 1 April. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:11:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-carly-amber/ Sefton, Knowsley and St Helen's Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the next-of-kin of a man who has passed away. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:15:34 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/serial-shoplifter-jailed-and-banned-from-two-shops-and-areas-in-wirral/ A serial shoplifter has been jailed, banned from entering shops and two areas in Wirral after pleading guilty to thefts. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:45:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/emergency-services-at-alder-hey-hospital-following-incident/ ** UPDATE - WEDNESDAY 1 APRIL** We can confirm that a woman has passed away following an incident at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital yesterday, Tuesday 31 March. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:07:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/wanted--christopher-roy-atherton/ We are appealing for help in finding a man from St Helens who is wanted on a no bail warrant. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:55:13 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-following-large-scale-drug-and-cash-recovery-in-dovecot/ Detectives have charged a Dovecot man with drug supply offences after a large-scale drug and cash recovery in Dovecot on Sunday night, 29 March. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:26:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/police-station-opens-newtonlewillows-expanded-team/ The new police station in Newton-le-Willows has opened following a major development project, providing a modern base for neighbourhood officers and strengthening policing across the St Helens area. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:52:39 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that a Rainhill man in his 80s has died following a serious collision in St. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:06:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/section-60-stop-search-order-in-south-sefton/ A Section 60 Order is in place in Litherland, Netherton and Bootle today, Monday 30 March, following a recent incident of violence in the area. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:25:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/road-traffic-collision-in-rainhill/ We can confirm that emergency services are currently on Chapel Lane in Rainhill after a serious road traffic collision this afternoon, Monday 30 March. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:22:07 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/a-huge-welcome-to-the-fans-of-cote-divoire-and-scotland-for-their-friendly-at-the-hill-dickinson-stadium/ The city of Liverpool is looking forward to welcoming Cote d'Ivoire and Scotland fans for the friendly game, which will be taking place at the Hill Dickinson Stadium tomorrow (Tuesday, 31 March). Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:08:28 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-men-charged-following-easter-egg-shop-theft-in-wirral/ Two men have been charged in connection with a series of shop thefts in Wirral after a haul of Easter eggs were found in their possession. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:48:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/officers-on-patrol-in-dovecot-sniff-out-multi-kilo-drug-house/ We have arrested a man and seized multi-kilos of drugs and cash following enquiries at an address in Dovecot last night, Sunday 29 March. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:23:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/investigation-underway-after-man-assaulted-in-litherland/ An investigation is underway following reports a man was assaulted in the Litherland area last night, Sunday 29 March. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:46:11 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-assault-of-delivery-driver-in-whiston/ Detectives are appealing for information following the assault of a delivery driver in Whiston on Friday night, 27 March. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:15:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-arrested-and-firearm-ammunition-and-drugs-seized-following-enquiries-in-huyton-and-liverpool/ We have arrested two men and seized a firearm, ammunition and suspected drugs following enquiries in Huyton and Liverpool on Friday, 27 March. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:53:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/family-pay-tribute-to-27-year-old-man-who-died-following-industrial-accident/ We can confirm that a 27-year-old man seriously injured at a business premises on Primrose Business Park, Rimrose Road, Bootle on Wednesday, 25 March, has died this afternoon as a result of the injuries he sustained. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:01:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/spoken-word-campaign-reaches-thousands-of-young-people-across-merseyside/ Thousands of Year 7, 8 and 9 pupils across Merseyside have taken part in assemblies aimed at educating them about the dangers of joining gangs and carrying knives, as part of a spoken word campaign. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:31:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/operation-venetic-last-orders-for-vauxhall-man-after-fingerprint-blunder/ Today (Friday 27 March), Vauxhall man Joseph Miles is beginning a 16 year and eight month jail sentence for large-scale drug supply and importation offences. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:56:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-after-dna-found-on-handgun-st-helens/ A man has been jailed after his DNA was found on a handgun which was recovered in an unrelated incident in St Helens. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:59:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/three-men-charged-with-firearm-offences/ Detectives have charged three men following a complex investigation into several firearm discharges which took place in Liverpool in 2023. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:09:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-launches-major-force-restructure-to-improve-local-policing-and-public-protection/ Merseyside Police is introducing a significant force restructure designed to modernise policing, strengthen local accountability and improve the service delivered to communities across the region. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:04:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-collision-in-prescot/ We have released CCTV images of a woman who we believe could have information following a collision in Prescot. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:59:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/three-arrested-after-cannabis-cash-and-weapons-found-in-tuebrook/ Three men have been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences, possession of criminal property and possession of an offensive weapon after cash and several bags of cannabis were found at an address in Tuebrook. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:22:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/section-60-introduced-in-stockbridge-village-following-injury-shooting/ Following this morning’s shooting in Stockbridge Village, we will be introducing a Section 60 order as part of increased police presence in the area. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:30:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/three-men-arrested-for-suspected-drug-dealing-in-southport/ Three men have been arrested following suspected drug dealing after officers recovered a large quantity of cannabis and drugs paraphernalia in Sefton. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:02:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-men-arrested-after-drugs-found-in-everton/ Officers have arrested two men following the discovery of suspected drug dealing in Everton. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:49:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/further-appeal-for-information-following-injury-shooting-in-stockbridge-village/ Detectives are appealing for information following an injury shooting in Stockbridge Village this morning, Thursday 26 March. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:44:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-injury-shooting-in-stockbridge-village/ We are appealing for information following a firearms discharge in Stockbridge Village this morning. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:12:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives are issuing a CCTV image of a man who may have information after a man was punched to the face and suffered a fractured jaw in Liverpool City Centre. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:39:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-arrested-after-live-facial-recognition-deployment-in-birkenhead/ We arrested two men after deploying Live Facial Recognition (LFR) in Wirral for the first time yesterday (Tuesday 24 March). Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:32:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-steven-howells/ The Coroners Office is appealing for help to find the family of a man from St Helens who has passed away. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:24:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/four-charged-following-incident-in-litherland/ **UPDATE** Following their appearance in court this morning, Wednesday 25 March, the four men have been further charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life and possession of ammunition with intent to endanger life. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:05:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/op-henhouse-major-fraud-disruption-merseyside/ Merseyside Police has delivered significant results during this year’s Operation Henhouse – the annual month‑long national intensification tackling fraud that runs throughout February – combining targeted enforcement with community engagement to protect residents and businesses. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:05:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/operation-evolve-two-arrested-and-suspected-drugs-and-thousands-in-cash-seized-in-kirkdale/ We have arrested two people on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a large amount of Class A and B drugs, thousands in cash and an offensive weapon in Kirkdale. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:59:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-arrested-after-electric-scooters--seized--in-crosby-and-bootle/ Two men have been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after two illegal bikes were seized in Crosby and Bootle yesterday, Monday 23 March. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:11:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-arrested-after-sur-ron-bike-fails-to-stop-for-officers-in-haydock/ We arrested two males after a Sur-ron bike failed to stop for officers in the Haydock area last night, Monday 23 March. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:15:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-firearms-seized-and-four-men-arrested-following-incident-in-litherland/ We continue to appeal for information after four men were arrested and two firearms seized following an incident in Litherland. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:20:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-shooting-in-litherland/ We can confirm that armed police are in Litherland following a shooting this afternoon, Monday 23 March. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:21:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/wirral-parents-jailed-for-murdering-their-baby-son/ Today, Monday 23 March, the Wirral couple convicted of murdering their baby boy have been jailed. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:04:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-taken-to-hospital-after-collision-involving-police-car-and-suspected-stolen-motorbike/ We can confirm that a man has been taken to hospital following a collision involving a police car and a motorbike on the M53 on Sunday (22 March). Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:22:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/six-arrests-made-following-ukip-procession-and-counter-protest-in-liverpool/ We can confirm six people were arrested today as a result of the planned procession by UKIP and a counter-protest in Liverpool city centre today, Saturday 21 March. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:45:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/continued-appeal-after-maghull-collision-left-cyclist-critical-in-hospital/ We continue to appeal for information following a serious collision in Maghull on Tuesday 17 March. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:19:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-after-stabbing-in-southport/ A man has been arrested after reports of a stabbing in Southport on Friday evening (20 March). Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:05:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/section-60-order-introduced-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Liverpool city centre to help prevent possible criminality and disorder. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:24:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-for-over-11-years-after-cyclist-killed-in-huyton/ A driver who struck and killed a cyclist before fleeing the scene in Huyton has been jailed for 11 years and eight months. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:14:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-after-victim-knocked-unconscious-in-southport/ A man has been jailed for 15 months for a serious assault following an incident in Southport. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:20:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-after-loaded-firearm-found-in-car-in-st-helens/ A man has been jailed for five years after a firearm was found inside a car in St Helens last year. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:06:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/everton-fan-given-three-year-football-banning-order-for-social-media-posts/ An Everton fan has been given a three-year football banning order after being convicted of posting racist, homophobic and transphobic comments on social media. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:49:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-for-20-years-for-sexual-offences-against-teenage-girls-in-south-liverpool/ We can confirm that a man has been jailed for 20 years plus five years on extended licence after being found guilty of 18 sexual offences against four teenage girls in south Liverpool. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:54:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-on-allerton--rd-liverpool/ A dispersal zone will be in place over the weekend across Allerton Road and surrounding areas in South Liverpool to after a recent rise in incidents of anti-social behaviour. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:08:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/mfrs-statement-following-incident-on-formby-beach/ Statement from Mersey Fire and Rescue Service: Fire crews attended at Formby Beach this morning to search for a person who had become trapped in mud flats. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:21:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-men-charged-after-tasers-and-drugs-seized-in-wallasey/ Two men have been charged following a warrant in Wallasey which resulted in the seizure of Class A drugs, cash, mobile phones and two tasers. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:46:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-collision-in-birkenhead/ We have issued a CCTV image of a male who could have information following a collision in Birkenhead. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:21:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-and-lfc-foundation-lead-vawg-schools-event-for-boys/ Boys from six Merseyside schools have today (Thursday 19 March) come together for an event focused on educating young people about Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:00:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-arrested-and-thousands-of-pounds-seized-in-thatto-heath/ Officers found thousands of pounds hidden under a car seat after stopping an Audi in Thatto Heath on Wednesday 18 March. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:23:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/walton-man-jailed-after-defrauding-pensioner-of-71000/ A Liverpool man has been jailed today (Thursday 19 March) after fraudulently claiming £71,000 from a pensioner. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:29:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-continues-crackdown-on-illegal-bikes-and-calls-for-public-to-keep-reporting/ Merseyside Police has continued robust enforcement activity as part of Operation Gears, targeting the criminal use of scrambler bikes, electric motorbikes and other off-road vehicles across the region. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:39:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/woman-arrested-in-connection-with-stabbing-in-edge-hill/ A woman has been arrested in connection with a stabbing at a house in Edge Hill this afternoon, Wednesday 18 March. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:52:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-of-pensioner-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who could assist with their enquiries following of a report of assault of a pensioner in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:28:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-after-tuna-theft-in-kirkby/ We are appealing for information after the theft of a significant quantity of tuna in Kirkby in the early hours of today (Wednesday 18 March). Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:54:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-three-reported-sexual-offences-in-liverpool/ We are appealing for information following three reported sexual offences that occurred in Liverpool that we believe could be linked. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:25:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-ann-harding/ Liverpool Coroners Office is appealing for help to find the family of a woman from Mossley Hill who has passed away. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:57:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/manc-charged-after-incident-in-newton-le-willows/ A man has been charged after several people were assaulted at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows last year. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:43:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-lawrence-bell/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man from Woolton. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:09:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-assault-of-teenage-boy-in-liverpool/ Detectives are appealing for information following an assault on a teenage boy in Liverpool last night (Tuesday 17 March). Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:06:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-further-re-arrested-after-incident-in-newton-le-willows/ A man has been re-arrested today (Tuesday 17 March) following an incident at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows last year. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:41:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/section-60-order-in-place-in-st-helens/ A Section 60 Order is in place in St Helens this afternoon (Tuesday 17 March) following recent incidents of disorder in the area. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:20:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/further-dispersal-zone-in-st-helens/ A further dispersal zone is now in place in St Helens today, Tuesday 17 March, following ongoing reports of anti-social behaviour in the area. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:56:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/drug-dealer-jailed-for-13-years-for-class-a-drug-supply/ A man arrested stepping off a flight from Dubai has been jailed for 13 years after he was identified from messages he sent on an encrypted device. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:32:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/illegally-adapted-bikes-seized-arrests-made-and-weapons-found-as-part-of-operation-gears-in-wirral/ We have seized illegally adapted e-bikes, scrambler bikes, a knife, drugs and arrested a number of people as part of a day of action in Wirral for Operation Gears. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:49:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-following-road-traffic-collision---oakfield-road-anfield/ We are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision involving a silver Range Rover and a pedestrian in Liverpool. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:10:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-prepare-to-welcome-visitors-celebrating-st-patricks-day/ Liverpool has seen an increase in visitors over the years who flock to the city to celebrate St Patrick’s Day and watch the parade. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:26:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/stop-searches-and-dispersal-notices-issued-in-kirkby-following-anti-social-behaviour/ Officers carried out 25 stop searches, issued four dispersal notices and held community engagement events with residents in Kirkby at the weekend. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:46:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/three-arrested-following-stop-search-in-st-helens/ Three people were arrested yesterday (Sunday 15 March) after a man was stop checked which led to suspected drugs being found. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:20:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/section-60-order-in-st-helens/ Nineteen people were stop searched in St Helens after a dispersal order and a Section 60 was introduced in the mapped area. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 11:00:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-in-st-helens/ A dispersal zone is being introduced in St Helens today, Sunday 15 March, following recent reports of anti-social behaviour in the area. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:46:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-to-be-in-place-this-weekend-in-kirkby-town-centre/ A dispersal zone will be in place this weekend in Kirkby town centre following recent reports of youths causing anti-social behaviour. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:09:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-aleksas-tauras/ The Coroner of Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens is appealing for information to find the next of kin of a man from Bootle. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:32:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-elaine-thompson/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the family of a woman who has passed away. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:27:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/237-people-arrested-and-17-drug-lines-shut-down-during-county-lines-intensification-week/ Merseyside Police has arrested 237 people and dismantled 17 drug lines during County Lines Intensification week (2-8 March 2026). Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:05:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appealmichael-vine/ The Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the family of a man from Kirkby who has sadly passed away. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:45:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-netherton/ A dispersal zone is in place this evening in Netherton following reports of anti-social behaviour and youths causing a nuisance in Marian Square. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:27:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-and-lfc-foundation-join-forces-to-host-vawg-education-event/ Around 80 girls from eight Merseyside schools have today (Thursday 12 March) come together for an event focused on educating young people about Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:51:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-following-post-office-robbery-in-new-ferry/ We are appealing for information following a post office robbery this morning Thursday 12 March. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:35:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/arrests-and-charges-following-knife-incident-in-new-ferry/ A male has been charged with a number of offences following an incident in New Ferry yesterday (Wednesday 11 March). Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:13:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-following-collision-in-bootle/ A man has been arrested after officers witnessed a vehicle being driven dangerously in Bootle last night (Wednesday 11 March). Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:18:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-following-burglary-in-west-derby/ We are appealing for information following an aggravated burglary in West Derby yesterday evening, Wednesday 11 March. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:08:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/investigation-underway-following-reports-of-injury-shooting-in-toxteth/ We can confirm that emergency services are in Toxteth following an injury shooting in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 12 March. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:14:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-francis-moore/ The Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the family of Francis Moore who has passed away. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:26:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-steven-shaw/ The Coroner of Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens is appealing for information to find the next of kin for a man from Southport who has passed away. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:31:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/eagle-eyed-st-helens-stop-check-leads-to-drugs-cash-and-arrests/ We have arrested two people and seized suspected drugs and around £50,000 cash following a stop check in St Helens last night, Tuesday 10 March. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:03:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-following-assault-in-bootle-pub/ A man has been charged following a stabbing in Bootle on Monday 9 March. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:58:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-sentenced-following-fatal-collision-in-bebington-in-2024/ A man has been sentenced following a fatal collision in Bebington two years ago. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:04:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-and-the-retail-trust-run-uk-first-scheme-to-tackle-retail-worker-abuse2/ Merseyside Police has become the first UK police force to partner with the charity Retail Trust to protect shop workers from escalating levels of abuse, violence and intimidation. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:40:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/two-men-charged-following-assault-in-huyton/ We can confirm that two men have been charged following an assault in Huyton on Sunday night, 8 March. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:03:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-stabbing-in-bootle/ A man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Bootle yesterday evening, Monday 9 March. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:13:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/wanted-lee-hickman/ Do you know this man? Lee Hickman is wanted on a prison recall after failing to adhere to his licence conditions. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/merseyside-police-and-the-retail-trust-run-uk-first-scheme-to-tackle-retail-worker-abuse/ Merseyside Police has become the first UK police force to partner with the charity Retail Trust to protect shop workers from escalating levels of abuse, violence and intimidation. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:24:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/update-report-of-malicious-communications-at-schools/ Superintendent Karl Baldwin said: “We are aware of the concern that was caused yesterday, following emails containing malicious communications being received by multiple schools. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:19:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-following-serious-assault-in-seaforth/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following a serious assault in Seaforth. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:59:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/update-arrest-and-charge-in-connection-with-serious-assault-in-formby/ Today (Monday 9 March) a man has been arrested and another man charged following a serious assault in Formby at the weekend. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:36:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/public-advised-not-to-spread-rumours-and-misinformation-in-relation-to-hoax-calls-at-schools/ We would ask people to avoid spreading rumour and misinformation in relation to malicious communications reported at several Merseyside schools earlier today, Monday 9 March. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:22:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/operation-evolve-four-arrested-and-suspected-drugs-cash-and-knife-seized-in-anfield/ We have arrested three men and a 15-year-old male on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a large amount of suspected Class A drugs, cash and a knife and in Anfield. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:32:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-jailed-for-controlling-and-coercive-behaviour-and-attempted-rape-in-wirral/ A man has been jailed for 14 years after being found guilty of controlling and coercive behaviour and attempted rape in Wirral. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:22:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/update-man-charged-in-connection-with-serious-assault-in-anfield/ Officers have charged a man following assault in Anfield yesterday morning, Sunday 8 March. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:12:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/crimewatch-live-appeal-to-find-killer-of-diane-sindall-in-birkenhead-in-1986/ Detectives investigating the murder of Diane Sindall in Birkenhead nearly 40 years ago are today, Monday 9 March, taking part in a Crimewatch Live appeal to find her killer. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:08:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/enquiries-ongoing-following-reports-of-malicious-communications-at-merseyside-schools/ We can confirm that enquiries are ongoing after reports of malicious communications at several Merseyside schools. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:06:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-serious-assault-in-formby/ Detectives are appealing for information following a serious assault in Formby last night, Saturday 7 March. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:54:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/statement-on-incident-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that emergency services were in St Helens following an incident last night, Friday 6 March. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:10:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/former-firefighter-jailed-for-13-years-plus-six-years-on-extended-licence-for-sexual-offences/ We are welcoming the sentencing of a former firefighter to 13 years imprisonment plus six years on extended for sexual offences against children. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:08:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/four-sentenced-for-e-bike-robberies-in-birkenhead/ Four males have been sentenced today (Friday 6 March) after pleading guilty to several electric bike robberies in Birkenhead. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:40:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/tribute-issued-for-david-nugent-following-road-traffic-collision-in-eastham/ We can confirm that a man in his 70s has died following a serious collision in Wirral on Monday 2 March. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:13:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-in-place-this-weekend-in-stockbridge-village/ A dispersal zone will be in place in Stockbridge Village to ensure the safety of everyone this weekend following increased reports of anti-social behaviour The order will be in force from 5pm today (Friday 6 March) and remain in place for a period of 48 hours until 5pm on Sunday 8 March. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:23:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-with-drug-offences-following-raid-in-fazakerley/ A man has been charged with drug offences following a raid at a house in Fazakerley yesterday, Thursday 5 March. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:00:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/op-vanguard-nine-people-who-may-be-able-to-assist-investigations/ STARTS We are issuing images of nine people we believe may have information that could assist investigations into burglary, drug supply, robbery and criminal damage in the Anfield area. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:35:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/liverpool-man-jailed-for-more-than-three-years-for-class-a-drug-supply/ A Liverpool man has been jailed for more than three years for Class A drug supply following an investigation by Merseyside Police’s County Lines team, Project Medusa. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:55:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-following-stop-search-in-prescot/ We arrested a man on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and assault of an emergency worker following a stop-search in the Prescot area last night, Thursday 5 March. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:17:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/dispersal-zone-is-in-place-this-weekend-in-kirkby/ A dispersal zone is in place this weekend following reports of anti-social behaviour and youths causing a nuisance in Kirkby town centre. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:53:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-with-several-driving-offences-after-car-stolen-in-litherland/ A man has been charged with several driving offences after a car was stolen in Litherland on Wednesday 4 March. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:43:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/eight-charged-after-66-arrested-during-operation-vanguard/ A total of eight people have been charged and 68 arrests were made in connection with a raft of serious offences during a large-scale policing operation in Anfield, codenamed Operation Vanguard. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:27:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-following-fail-to-stp-collision-in-st-helens/ We are appealing for information following a fail to stop collision in St Helens yesterday afternoon, Wednesday 4 March. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:13:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-following-collision-into-parked-cars-in-childwall/ A man has been arrested following a collision in Childwall yesterday (Wednesday 4 March). Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:27:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-charged-with-multiple-shoplifting-offences/ A man has been charged with 26 shop thefts following a series of incidents across Liverpool and Litherland since June 2025. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:22:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/knowsley-man-charged-with-historic-child-sex-offences/ A Knowsley man has been charged with 23 child sex offences which happened more than 20 years ago. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:29:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-armed-robbery-in-anfield/ We have released a CCTV image of a man who we believe could have information following an armed robbery in Anfield. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:52:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/operation-vanguard-strikes-again/ A total of 55 poeple have now been arrested after dozens of warrants were executed this morning (Wednesday 4 March) as part of a large-scale policing operation in Anfield, codenamed Operation Vanguard. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:04:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-28-shop-thefts-after-lidl-robbery/ A man has been arrested on suspicion of 28 theft offences following a series of incidents across Liverpool and Litherland since June 2025. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:36:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-from-liverpool-charged-with-ticket-fraud/ A man has been charged with several fraud offences after the alleged sale of Oasis tickets last year. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:49:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/cctv-appeal-following-report-of-violent-disorder-at-shop-in-liverpool/ We have issued CCTV images of three women who may have information that could assist enquiries following a violent disorder at a convenience store in Liverpool last month. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:13:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-witnesses-following-serious-collision-in-wirral/ We are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Wirral last night, Monday 2 March. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:54:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/man-on-driving-test-in-st-helens-arrested-for-drug-driving/ A man who was in the middle of his driving test in St Helens was stopped by officers and arrested for drug driving. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:42:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/investigation-underway-following-reports-of-burglary-at-wirral-post-office/ We are investigating following reports of a burglary at a post office in Hoylake. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:31:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/operation-evolve-two-people-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized/ We have arrested a man and woman and seized a quantity of cash and suspected drugs in Wirral. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:44:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/family-tribute-for-andy-madden-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-walton/ We are issuing the following family tribute to Andy Madden from Walton, who has sadly died, aged 90, following a road traffic collision in Walton in January: “Andy was a loving gentleman whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew him. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:28:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/march-2026/appeal-for-information-following-robbery-in-meols/ Wirral detectives are appealing for information following a knifepoint robbery in Meols last Friday, 27 February. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:42:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/next-of-kin-christopher-lester-taylor/ Please share and help the Coroner’s Office find the next of kin of Liverpool man Christopher Lester Taylor. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:29:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/emergency-services-in-wallasey-following-collision/ We can confirm emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision in Wallasey. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:17:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/football-fan-given-three-year-banning-order-after-making-racist-remarks-towards-footballers/ A football fan has today, Friday 27 February, been given a three-year football banning order after he was overheard making racist remarks towards footballers during a match at the Hill Dickinson stadium. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:15:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/officers-appeal-for-information-after-serious-road-collision-oin-stockbridge-village/ We are appealing for witnesses following a serious road collision in Liverpool that has left a man in a critical condition. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:01:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/dispersal-zone-issued-in-kirkby/ Several dispersal notices were issued in Kirkby after a dispersal zone was emplaced following reports of anti-social behaviour in the area at at the weekend. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:52:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/op-payback-funding-boost-for-southport-church-supporting-families-in-need/ Merseyside Police’s Operation Payback initiative continues to make a meaningful impact across the region by reinvesting money seized from criminals back into the community. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:44:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/project-medusa-three-men-charged-following-drug-warrants-in-sefton/ We have charged three Sefton men in relation to drug supply offences as part of action by our County Lines Task Force and Operation Toxic teams yesterday, Thursday 26 February. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:41:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-for-information-after-james-bulgers-grave-vandalised-in-kirkdale-cemetery/ We are appealing for information after James Bulger’s grave was vandalised at Kirkdale Cemetery yesterday (Thursday 26 February). Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:03:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-arrested-and-suspected-stolen-sur-ron-seized-in-bidston/ A man has been arrested and a suspected stolen Sur-ron bike seized after an incident in Bidston. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:57:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-from-kirkby-charged-with-drugs-and-a-firearm-offence-after-being-arrested-in-spain/ A man from Kirkby has been charged with drugs supply and a firearm offence after he was extradited from Spain following a Merseyside Police investigation. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:15:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-after-woman-touched-inappropriately-on-bus/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a report of an incident on the 10A bus from Liverpool city centre to St Helens. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:16:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-issued-with-three-year-football-banning-order-and-fines/ A man has been issued with a three-year football banning order plus fines for selling fake tickets. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:43:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized-following-warrant-in-speke/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of drug offences following a warrant in Speke yesterday, Tuesday 24 February. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:22:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-for-witnesses-following-road-traffic-collision-in-liverpool/ We are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision involving a white Skoda Superb and a pedestrian in Liverpool. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:01:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-following-report-of-voyeurism-in-belle-vale/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who may have information that could assist with enquiries following a report a teenage girl was being filmed in a public toilet in Belle Vale. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:01:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-after-jewellery-cash-and-designer-clothes-found-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A man has been charged after cash, designer jewellery and clothing were seized in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:57:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/two-arrested-after-drugs-and-cash-found-at-an-apartment-building-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have arrested a man and a woman after cash, an electric bike, jewellery, a large quantity of cash, cannabis, high value clothing, jewellery, and an electric bike were seized at a flat in Liverpool yesterday (19 February). Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:38:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-following-assault-and-robbery-in-belle-vale/ We are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in which a man was assaulted and had his electric bike stolen in Liverpool. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:18:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-jailed-and-banned-from-shops-for-multiple-shoplifting-in-wirral/ A man has been jailed and banned from entering retail stores in Wirral after committing multiple shoplifting offences. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:16:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-following-raid-in-connection-with-drug-supply-in-liverpool/ A man has been arrested and charged following a raid at a café in Liverpool. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:44:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/merseyside-police-to-deploy-facial-recognition-at-upcoming-everton-fixture/ Merseyside Police will deploy Live Facial Recognition (LFR) at this Monday’s Premier League Fixture as part of a wider policing operation designed to keep fans and the public safe. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:46:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/strike-day-four-charged-following-injury-shooting-in-huyton/ We have charged four people as part of a strike day in connection with an injury shooting in Huyton in November. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:45:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/tribute-to-eric-greener-and-sheila-jackson-following-sentencing-of-three-for-manslaughter/ "We, the family of Sheila Jackson and Eric Greener, wish to express our gratitude to the judge for the verdict today. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:35:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/paedophile-jailed-for-child-sex-offence-in-wirral/ A paedophile has been jailed for child sex offences committed in Wirral. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:32:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-sentenced-for-manslaughter-of-sheila-jackson-and-eric-greeener-in-st-helens/ We are welcoming the sentencing of three people following the manslaughter of St Helens couple Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson last year. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:30:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-arrested-following-sur-ron-bike-pursuit-in-stockbridge-village/ Three people were arrested following reports of Sur-ron bikes being ridden dangerously in Stockbridge Village last night, Wednesday 18 February. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:51:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-after-large-amounts-of-class-a-drugs-found-in-seacombe/ A man has been charged after a large amount of crack cocaine and heroin was found in Seacombe. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:23:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/dispersal-zone-is-in-place-in-kirkby/ A dispersal zone is in place in Kirkby following reports of anti-social behaviour in the area. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:23:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/dispersal-zone-in-halewood/ A dispersal order is in place in Halewood following reports of antisocial behaviour in the area. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:10:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-following-fire-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We are appealing for information following a fire at a warehouse in Liverpool city centre in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 18 February. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:04:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/next-of-kin-patrick-bryan/ Please share and help the Coroner’s Office find the next of kin for Patrick Bryan from Bootle. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:58:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cash-seized-from-criminals-to-power-new-youth-projects-in-dingle/ Community groups, charities and organisations are being invited to apply for a share of £25,000 funding, made available using money seized from criminals and reinvested back into local communities. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:24:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-in-connection-with-assault-in-southport/ A second man has been charged following an incident at an address in Southport after gaining entry and assaulting the occupant on Sunday 15 February. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:07:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/wanted-kevin-mcmahon/ We are continuing to appeal for help in finding Kevin McMahon who is wanted after failing to attend Liverpool Magistrates Court for breach of a Court Order. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:08:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/two-arrested-on-suspicion-of-driving-and-drug-offences-in-kirkby/ We have made two arrests after a man was spotted driving a suspected stolen Sur-Ron and officers later found a knife and drugs in Westvale on Friday 13 February. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:19:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/two-arrested-on-suspicion-of-theft-of-a-motor-vehicle-and-carrying-a-weapon-in-liverpool/ We have arrested a man and teenage boy after officers spotted a reported stolen moped and later found a large kitchen knife in Croxteth Park on Saturday 14 February. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:59:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/two-arrests-following-assault-in-southport/ Two people were arrested yesterday (Sunday 15 February) following an incident at an address in Southport after gaining entry and assaulting the occupant. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:59:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/family-tribute-to-ken-langley-following-fatal-collision-in-maghull/ "We are heartbroken to share the passing of Ken Langley, beloved dad and close friend to many. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:41:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cash-seized-from-criminals-helps-support-inclusive-play-centre-in-fazakerley/ Lumiere Inclusive Play & Sensory Centre in Fazakerley has received a cash boost from Merseyside Police’s Operation Payback, with £1,741. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:05:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/further-update-police-incident---back--falkner-street-south-liverpool/ We can confirm that a man involved in an incident on Back Falkner Street South in Liverpool yesterday, Friday 13 February, has sadly died. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:21:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/police-presence-back-falkner-street-south-liverpool/ We would urge people not to speculate and avoid sharing rumours or misinformation on social media following an incident in Liverpool yesterday, Friday 13 February. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:12:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/arrest-following-stabbing-in-netherton/ A man has been arrested following a stabbing in Netherton yesterday, Thursday 12 February. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:19:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/fourth-man-jailed-for-murder-of-rikki-berry/ A fourth man has today (Friday 13 February) been jailed for the murder of Rikki Berry in Kirkby in 2024 after he was caught on his own doorbell footage discussing the killing. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:13:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-from-bootle-banned-from-entering-stanley-road-following-criminal-behaviour-order/ A man from Bootle has been banned from entering Stanley Road in Bootle after he was handed a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:50:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/dispersal-zone-to-be-introduced-in-bootle/ A Section 34 Dispersal Order has been introduced on Stanley Road and parts of Bootle today (Friday 13 February) following incidents of disorder and anti-social behaviour. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:37:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/family-tribute-to-woman-who-died-following-road-traffic-collision--in-walton/ The family of a woman who died following a fatal collision in Walton yesterday morning, Wednesday 11 February, have paid tribute to her, naming her as 67-year-old Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Goodall. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:09:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-from-kirkby-charged-with-drugs-supply-offences/ A man from Kirkby has been charged with drugs supply offences after a car was stop checked in Southport. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:43:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-after-a-woman-bitten-by-dog-in-st-helens/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who could have information following an incident where a woman’s hand was bitten by a dog in St Helens. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:28:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-dangerous-driving-following-pursuit-in-liverpool/ Above: PD Havoc We’ve arrested a man on suspicion of dangerous driving following a pursuit in Liverpool. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:55:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-with-murder-of-phyllis-daly-in-maghull/ Detectives investigating the death of Phyllis Daly in Maghull last year have charged a man with murder. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:35:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/family-tribute-to-delia-mcinerney/ Delia’s sister Rita McInerney said: "A great artist, a free spirit, really ‘out there’. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:30:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-after-several-notices-for-driving-offences-were-signed-using-false-details/ A man from Moreton has been charged with perverting the course of justice after several notices for driving offences were signed using false names and details. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:11:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/drugs-and-weapons-taken-off-streets-and-crime-down-by-nearly-a-third-in-evolve-netherton/ The smallest of our Clear, Hold, Build operations is celebrating big successes on its third anniversary. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:38:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/evolve-wirral-birkenhead-man-jailed-for-breaching-criminal-behaviour-order/ A Wirral man has been jailed after breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:40:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/four-people-sentenced-after-liverpool--ocg-targeted-in-police-operation/ Four people have been sentenced to a total of nearly 20 years in person following a covert Merseyside Police operation targeting an Organised Crime Group (OCG) operating primarily in North Liverpool. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:54:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/liverpool-man-charged-with-encrochat-drug-supply/ A Liverpool man has been charged in connection with the supply of cocaine using encrypted devices. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:23:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-for-information-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-walton/ We are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Walton this morning, Wednesday 11 February. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:17:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-arrests-in-wirral-in-connection-with-burglary-offences/ Merseyside Police officers stopped a car on the M53 motorway in Wirral, resulting in three males being arrested yesterday evening (Tuesday 10 February). Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:52:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-following-an-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could have information that may assist with their enquiries following an assault in Liverpool city centre last month. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:38:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/further-appeal-for-information-following-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-maghull/ We are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Maghull last night, Tuesday 10 February. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:08:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-following-domestic-assault-in-kirkby/ Detectives have charged a man in connection with a domestic assault in Kirkby earlier this week. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:28:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/we-are-appealing-for-witnesses-following-a-serious-injury-rtc-in-maghull/ Drivers are being advised to avoid the Eastway area of Maghull following a serious injury road traffic collision this evening (Tuesday, 10 February). Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:07:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-arrested-on-suspicion-of-attempted-burglary-in-st-helens/ We arrested three men on suspicion of attempted burglary in St Helens. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:27:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/st-helens-man-jailed-for-child-sex-offences/ Today (Tuesday 10 February) a St Helens man has been jailed for 10 years for committing child sex offences. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:58:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/next-of-kin-julie-harris/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office to trace the next of kin of a Liverpool woman who has died. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:38:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-gerrard-doyle/ The Coroner's Office is asking for help to find the family of a 55-year-old man from Birkenhead. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:41:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/officers-appeal-fro-information-after-cyclist-inured-following-collision-southport/ We are appealing for witnesses after a serious road collision in Southport that has left a man with a fractured cheek bone. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:50:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/safer-internet-day-police-urge-caution-ai-scams/ Merseyside Police is encouraging the public to stay alert to the growing ways criminals can misuse artificial intelligence, as the force supports Safer Internet Day 2026 (Tuesday 10 February). Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:05:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/18-notices-issued-after-dispersal-zones-emplaced-in-huyton-and-kirkby/ We have issued 18 notices to youths after dispersal zones were put in place in Kirkby and Huyton at the weekend. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:41:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-after-necklace-worth-1800stolen-from-royal-arcade-southport/ Detectives are issuing images of a man who may have information to assist with a burglary after a high value necklace was taken at the Royal Arcade, Southport. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:10:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/male-arrested-on-suspicion-of-voyeurism-after-reports-images-taken-of-children-in-southport/ We can confirm we have arrested a 16-year-old male from Southport on suspicion of possession of indecent images and voyeurism offences. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:43:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-with-murder-after-womans-body-discovered-in-st-helens-last-month/ A man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a woman's body in Gerards Court, Hawes Avenue, Clinkham Wood, St Helens, on Thursday, 8 January. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:09:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/dispersal-zone-to-be-introduced-in-huyton-to-help-tackle-anti-social-behaviour/ We are introducing a Section 34 Dispersal Zone in an area of Huyton this evening following an increase in anti-social behaviour. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:48:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/merseyside-police-and-police-commissioner-supports-new-liverpool-village-angels-scheme/ This Saturday (7th February 2026), Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are proud to support the LGBT Foundation as they launch the latest trial of their ‘Village Angels’ programme in a new area of Liverpool City Centre. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:52:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/continued-appeal-for-information-relating-to-murder-of-kevin-wilson/ We are continuing to appeal for information 11 years after the murder of a teenager in Wavertree. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:32:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/arrests-made-in-week-of-action-to-safeguard-children-at-risk-of-online-sexual-abuse-and-exploitation/ We executed 15 warrants and arrested 12 people on suspicion of offences under the Sexual Offences Act as part of a national intensification week aimed at identifying offenders, disrupting harmful behaviour, and safeguarding children at risk of online sexual abuse and exploitation. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:28:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/liverpool-man-charged-with-further-domestic-offences/ A man from Liverpool has been charged with several domestic offences. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:03:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/operation-evolve-man-jailed-and-two-women-arrested-in-anfield/ As part of our ongoing work to tackle serious crime a man has been jailed for weapons offences and two women have been arrested on suspicion of supplying Class A drugs in Anfield. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:53:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/section-34-dispersal-zone-introduced-in-kirkby/ We are introducing a Section 34 Dispersal Zone in Kirkby this afternoon following an increase in antisocial behaviour. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:28:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-arrested-after-a-robbery-of-a-young-boys-bike-in-maghull/ We have arrested three men on suspicion of robbery after a young boy’s bike was stolen in Maghull on Monday 2 February. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:47:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-stabbing-in-huyton/ A man has been charged following the reported stabbing of a man and woman in Huyton in May last year. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:42:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/moreton-man-charged-following-burglary-in-poulton/ Detectives in Wirral have charged a man following a burglary in Poulton last year. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:47:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/three-teenage-boys-arrested-after-biurglaries-in-liverpool/ Three teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of burglary after several items were taken from a gym and a bike was stolen from a nearby communal shed in Liverpool early this morning (Thursday 5 February). Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:46:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/five-people-arrested-following-drugs-warrants-in-woodchurch/ Five people have been arrested this morning after drugs warrants were carried out in Woodchurch. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:26:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/missing-dean-carey/ We are appealing for information to help find a wanted man from Walton. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:21:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/woman-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drink-and-drug-driving-following-incident-in-wirral/ We have arrested a woman on suspicion of drink and drug driving following an incident in Wirral in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 5 February. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:59:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-from-speke-banned-from-town-centre-following-criminal-behaviour-order/ A man from Speke has been banned from entering the centre after he was handed a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:30:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/more-than-a-thousand-arrested-in-winter-of-action-campaign/ A Merseyside Police winter crackdown to make communities safer by proactively pursuing those involved in criminality has resulted in more than 1000 arrests. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:45:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/arrests-after-pink-cocaine-ecstasy-heroin-and-ketamine-found-in-anfield/ Two suspected drug dealers were arrested after large quantities of drugs, believed to be pink cocaine, ecstasy, heroin and ketamine, were discovered in Anfield yesterday (Wednesday 4 February). Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:48:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/continued-appeal-for-wanted-terence-jackson/ We are continuing to appeal for help in finding a man from Liverpool who is wanted on a recall to prison. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:13:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/operation-toxic-man-charged-with-drug-supply-offences/ Detectives have charged a Prescot man with drug supply offences as part of an ongoing County Lines investigation. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:29:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/two-males-arrested-following-reported-robbery-in-dovecot/ We can confirm two males have been arrested following a reported robbery in Dovecot earlier this afternoon. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:25:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-following-assault-of-two-men-in-anfield/ Four people have been arrested following an assault in Anfield in the early hours of Sunday 1st February. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:20:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/section-34-dispersal-zone-introduced-in-bootle/ We are introducing a Section 34 Dispersal Zone in Bootle this afternoon following an increase in antisocial behaviour. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:19:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/appeal-for-information-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We are appealing for information following a serious assault in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:57:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/youth-charge-after-antisocial-behaviour-reports-in-kirkby/ A 14-year-old boy has been charged and a second boy arrested following reports cars were damaged at a retail park in Kirkby on Sunday 1 February. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:18:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/six-wirral-premises-targeted-in-crackdown-on-illegal-vape-and-tobacco-sales/ Officers working to tackle serious and organised crime in Wirral have taken part in a multi-agency operation targeting vape and convenience stores across the borough. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:01:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/four-arrested-following-suspicious-bag-drop-from-window-in-bootle/ Four people were arrested yesterday (Monday 2 February) after officers witnessed a bag being dropped from a pub window in Bootle. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:00:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-after-police-van-set-alight-at-halewood-police-station/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries after a new police vehicle was set on fire and destroyed near Halewood Police Station early on Sunday morning (1 February). Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:20:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/operation-to-reduce-serious-and-organised-crime-sees-significant-results-one-year-following-launch/ One year after a scheme designed to reduce serious and organised crime was launched, significant successes are being seen. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:45:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/evacuation-on-douglas-road/ UPDATE  We can confirm that a cordon has been lifted on Douglas Street, in Anfield, after a suspicious substance was safely removed from a house. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:40:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/op-venetic-halewood-man-jailed-for-over-13-years-for-class-a-drugs-conspiracy/ A Halewood man has been jailed for 13 years and 4 months after pleading guilty to conspiring to supply cocaine, heroin and cannabis. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:57:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/teenager-arrested-following-anti-social-behaviour-and-racially-motivated-incidents-in-garston/ A teenage boy has been arrested following increased reports of anti-social behaviour and racially motivated incidents in an area of Garston. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:53:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/next-of-kin-debroah-fox/ The Coroner's Office is asking for help to find the family of 63-year-old woman from Litherland. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:45:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/cctv-appeal-following-robbery-arrest-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a woman who could assist with their enquiries following a robbery in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:33:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-banned-from-multiple-shops-in-south-sefton-after-being-handed-criminal-behaviour-order/ A man has been banned from entering a number of shops in south Sefton after he was handed a Criminal Behaviour Order. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:41:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/man-arrested-following-drugs-and-firearm-discovery-in-liverpool/ A man has been arrested after drugs and a firearm were found inside a house in Liverpool. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/wanted-jordan-rule/ STARTS Do you know this man? Jordan Rule, 24, is wanted in connection with failing to comply with a suspended sentence. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:40:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/february-2026/police-re-open-anfield-street-after-suspicious-powder-removed/ We can confirm a road in Anfield has reopened following reports a suspicious substance was discovered during an ongoing investigation today (Sunday 1 February). Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:58:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-after-elderly-man-seriously-hurt-in-walton-collision/ We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after an elderly pedestrian was seriously hurt in a collision in Walton on Saturday night (31 January). Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:45:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-after-serious-collision-in-huyton/ We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after two youths were hurt in a collision involving a scrambler bike and a car in Huyton this evening (Saturday 31 January). Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:34:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/boy-arrested-after-incident-at-school-in-wallasey/ A 13-year-old boy has been arrested following a report a pupil was assaulted in a Wallasey school today, Friday 30 January. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:25:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-wallasey-after-antisocial-behaviour/ A dispersal zone is in place in Wallasey Village and the surrounding areas to ensure the safety of residents following reports of antisocial behaviour. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:43:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-further-detained-under-mental-health-act-after-incident-in-newton/ A man has been further detained under the Mental Health Act following an incident at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows on Tuesday 30 December 2025. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:45:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-carole-goulden/ Sefton Coroner's Office is asking for help to find the family of 84-year-old woman from Southport. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:20:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/four-arrested-after-bikes-and-cash-seized-in-bootle/ We have arrested three men and a teenage boy after a stolen electric bike, two Sur-Rons and £12,000 were recovered by officers in Bootle yesterday (Thursday 29 January). Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:17:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-issued-with-new-ban-after-breaching-football-order/ A man who broke a football banning order weeks before it was due to expire has been issued with another one, prohibiting him from attending any football match in the country. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:04:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/wanted-anthony-atkins/ Officers are continuing to appeal for information to find a Knowsley man who is wanted on a recall to prison. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:03:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-robbery-in-kirkby2/ We are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Kirkby on Friday 23 January. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:14:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/young-people-inspired-as-celebrity-guests-shine-spotlight-on-county-lines/ Schools, partners and Merseyside Police joined forces this week – supported by a surprise celebrity panel – to host a county lines awareness day aimed at helping young people understand the dangers of drugs and criminal exploitation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:59:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-after-hoax-messages-sent-to-three-schools-in-merseyside/ A man has been charged after hoax emails were sent to three schools in Merseyside earlier this month. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:40:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-john-kimpton/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of a 63 year-old man from Liverpool. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:07:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-on-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a male who may be able to assist with their enquiries following an assault inside a Liverpool city centre pub. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:53:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/four-sentenced-after-the-murder-of/ Four men have today, Thursday 29 January, been jailed for a total of 124 years after 53-year-old Jacqueline Rutter was shot and killed in her home in Moreton. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:15:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/four-men-arrested-after-scrambler-bikes-ridden-dangerously-in-wallasey/ Four men have been arrested and a suspected stolen motorbike seized in Wallasey. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:49:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-robbery-in-kirkby/ We are appealing for information following a robbery in Kirkby this evening, Wednesday 28 January. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:47:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-arrested-after-50000-and-class--a-drugs-found-in-childwall-and-huyton/ We have arrested two men on suspicion of conspiracy to supply class A drugs between Merseyside and Lancashire this morning (Wednesday 28 January). Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:33:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-after-hoax-messages-sent-to-schools-in-merseyside/ We have arrested a man after reports hoax emails were sent to three schools in Merseyside earlier this month. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:08:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-men-found-guilty-of-the-murder-of-53-year-old-jacqueline-rutter/ Today, Wednesday 28 January, three men have been convicted of the murder of 53-year-old Jacqueline Rutter at Liverpool Crown Court. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:11:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-following-alcohol-stolen-from-liverpool-city-centre-bars/ A man has been charged in connection with hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol stolen from three bars in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:24:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-dangerous-and-drug-driving-in-anfield/ A man has been arrested after a car was seen being driven at speed in Anfield yesterday evening, Tuesday 27 January. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:08:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-after-gun-found-in-woodland/ We have charged man after a gun was found in woodland. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:54:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-men-sentenced-following-separate-firearms-incidents-on-merseyside/ Above L-R: Nathan Ashcroft, Luke Gilmore We have today, Wednesday 28 January, welcomed the sentencing of two men following separate firearms incidents on Merseyside. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:24:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-arrested-following-theft-from-work-van-in-prescot/ Officers in Knowsley have arrested a man and woman following the theft of tools from a work van in Prescot reported at the weekend. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:17:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/domestic-abuse-offender-jailed-following-four-year-campaign-of-abuse/ A man has been jailed for more than two years following a sustained campaign of domestic abuse against his former partner. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:20:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/wanted-jake-eddleston/ We are appealing for help in finding a St Helens man who is wanted on a no bail warrant. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:35:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-francis-savage/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing for help to trace the family of a man who has passed away. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:12:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-image-appeal-following-attempted-robbery-in-maghull/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could have information that may assist with their enquiries following an attempted robbery at a convenience store in Maghull. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:16:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-with-drug-offences-found-in-walton/ A man has been charged with drug offences following discovery of cocaine in a car after it was stop searched in Walton. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:35:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-burglary-in-st-helens/ We have released CCTV images of a man who could have information following a burglary at a school in St Helens. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:10:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-following-serious-assault-in-bootle/ We can confirm that a man has been arrested following a serious assault in Bootle on Thursday 22 January. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:59:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/wanted-stephen-hughes/ Have you seen this man from St Helens who is wanted on a recall to prison? Stephen Hughes, 54 years, has breached his licence conditions following his release after serving a sentence for burglary. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:05:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-following-van-theft-in-st-helens/ A man has been charged with multiple offences following a theft in St Helens. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:11:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/wirral-man-charged-in-connection-with-sexual-offences/ Detectives have charged a Wirral man with sexual offences as part of a long-running investigation. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:40:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/january-2025/appeal-after-teenage-girl-inappropriately-touched-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We are sharing an image of a man who could have information after we received a report that a teenage girl was inappropriately touched in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:29:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/detectives-apeal-for-information-after-man-suffers-a-stab-wound-in-stadt-moers-park/ We are appealing for information after an assault in Huyton that left a young man with a stab wound to his arm on Saturday night (24 January). Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:23:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/five-people-arrested-in-liverpool-following-drugs-found-in-freezer/ Five people were arrested yesterday (Sunday 25 January) following a stop search in Walton which led to the discovery of drugs stored in a freezer. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:16:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-with-burglaries-after-boiler-thefts-in-whiston/ A man has been charged with the theft of boilers from new build homes in Whiston. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:26:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-sexual-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives are issuing images of a man who may have information to assist a sexual assault investigation in Liverpool city centre on New Year's Eve, December 31 2025. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:12:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/merseyside-police-continue-enforcement-activity-as-part-of-operation-gears/ Officers have continued targeted enforcement activity in Liverpool as part of Operation Gears, resulting in seven arrests and the seizure of nine illegal vehicles last week. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:44:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-after-shoes-cash-and-watches-valued-at-100000-seized-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged after shoes, cash and watches valued at an estimated £100,00 were seized at a property in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:24:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-men-arrested-in-connection-with-stolen-goods-and-weapons-found-in-st-helens/ Two men have been arrested following a report of stolen goods which has led to an arsenal of weapons being found in St Helens. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:06:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-house-fire-in-kirkby/ We are appealing for information following a report that door was set alight in Kirkby on Wednesday 21 January. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:01:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/st-helens-man-charged-with-rape-and-sexual-assault/ A man has been charged with the rape and sexual assault of a woman at a house in St Helens on Saturday 10 January. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:49:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-jailed-after-violent-robbery-of-a-boy-in-birkenhead/ Two 17-year-old boys and a 20-year-old man have been jailed after a robbery in Birkenhead where a teenage boy suffered a serious head injury. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:39:49 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-people-arrested-after-suspected-drugs-found-under-kitchen-counter-in-huyton/ Officers who responded to a domestic incident in Huyton found a haul of suspected drugs hidden under a kitchen counter. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:24:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-from-st-helens-jailed-after-raping-a-baby/ A man from St Helens who filmed himself as he raped a baby has been jailed. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:09:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/court-worker-jailed-after-accessing-and-sharing-sensitive-information/ A court worker has today, Friday 23 January, been jailed for two years after accessing and sharing sensitive information. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:09:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/further-dispersal-order-continues-in-speke-this-weekend/ A dispersal order returns for a second weekend in Speke as part of an ongoing operation to tackle antisocial behaviour in the area. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:01:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-jailed-after-raping-man-in-liverpool-city-centre/ A man has been jailed for raping a man in Liverpool city centre. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:56:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/operation-limit-finds-one-in-five-arrested-were-repeat-drink-or-drug-drivers/ Merseyside Police has today, Friday 23 January, released its findings around the 619 arrests which took place across Merseyside in December as part of Operation Limit – the national drug and drink driving campaign. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:35:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-for-information-following-assault-in-prescot/ Detectives are appealing for information following an assault in Prescot last night, Thursday 22 January. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:20:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/updated-appeal-following-assault-in-bootle/ Detectives in Sefton are continuing to appeal for information following a serious assault in Bootle last night, Thursday 22 January. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:10:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-charged-after-over-50000-found-in-a-house-in-bootle/ Three men have been charged after over £50,000 and Class A and B drugs were found inside a house and a campervan in Bootle. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:09:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-banned-from-entering-multiple-shops-in-southport-after-theft/ A man has been banned from entering a number of shops in Southport after he was handed a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order for theft. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:44:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-two-incidents-in-st-helens-with-two-women-arrested/ We are appealing for information in connection with an assault and a collision in St Helens earlier this month resulting in two people being arrested. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:37:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/wirral-man-jailed-for-ten-years-after-raping-woman/ A Wirral man has been jailed for ten years after being found guilty of non-recent sex offences. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:36:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/20000-reward-to-find-killer-of-diane-sindall-in-wirral/ A £20,000 Crimestoppers reward is today, Thursday 22 January, being offered to find the killer of Diane Sindall in Wirral. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:14:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-for-information-following-attempted-robbery-in-anfield/ We are appealing for information following an attempted robbery in Anfield earlier today. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:05:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/operation-evolve-four-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drugs-offences-and-weapons-drugs-and-cash-seized/ We have arrested four men on suspicion of drugs offences and seized offensive weapons and a large quantity of drugs as part of our ongoing work to tackle serious and organised crime. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:42:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-southport/ We are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Southport last night. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:17:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-arrested-after-over-50000-found-in-a-house-in-bootle/ Three men have been arrested following a search warrant in Bootle where over £50,000 and Class A and B drugs were found inside a house and a campervan. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:32:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-image-appeal-following-robbery-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives have issued CCTV image of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a robbery in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:07:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/joint-statement-from-merseyside-police-and-liverpool-city-council-on-recent-school-communications/ A joint statement from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council said: “We would like to reassure parents and carers that schools in Liverpool have well established and practiced procedures to keep children and school staff safe when schools are made aware of potential incidents or threats “Merseyside Police enquiries regarding the cause of these threats are ongoing, but at this stage we believe they are hoax messages and there have been no credible threats in Liverpool. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:53:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/operation-evolve-man-charged-with-drugs-offences-in-vauxhall/ Following the execution of a drugs warrant in Vauxhall last week we have charged a man with drugs offences. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:05:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-margaret-meehan/ Liverpool Coroners Office is appealing for help to find the family of a woman from Allerton who has passed away. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:02:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/operation-evolve-we-have-arrested-a-man-in-walton-on-suspicion-of-drugs-offences/ We have seized a large amount of cannabis, cash and arrested a man on suspicion of drugs offences. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:57:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-arrested-after-burgalry-in-bootle/ Three teenage boys have been arrested following a burglary in Bootle yesterday (Monday 19 January). Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:20:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-pamela-beanland/ Can you help trace the next-of-kin of a woman from Newton Le Willows who has passed away?   Pamela Beanland, 58 years, sadly died at her home in Tracy Drive, Newton Le Willows on Tuesday 13 January. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:35:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-peter-whitehead/ The Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the next-of-kin of a man who recently passed away in St Helens. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:57:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-charged-after-a-report-of-a-knifepoint-robbery-in-liverpool/ Two men have been charged after a report of a knifepoint robbery in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:57:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/14-notices-issued-from-dispersal-zone-in-speke-at-the-weekend/ Officers issued 14 notices to youths from a dispersal zone put in place in Speke at the weekend. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:25:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives are issuing images of two men who may have information following an assault in Liverpool city centre last month. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:58:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/teenage-boy-arrested-following-assault-of-bus-driver-in-speke/ Officers investigating an incident of assault of a bus driver in Speke have arrested a teenage boy. Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:13:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/liverpool-man-jailed-for-selling-drugs-on-social-media/ A man who ran multiple social media accounts to peddle cocaine, cannabis and nitrous oxide to children and exploited them to sell drugs has been jailed today, Friday 16 January. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:10:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-speke/ This weekend we are introducing a Section 34 dispersal zone in Speke following an increase in reports of antisocial behaviour, including a report of youths starting a fire on a bus. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:35:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/family-of-ellis-cox-mark-what-would-have-been-his-21st-birthday/ The family of Ellis Cox has issued a fresh tribute ahead of what would have been his 21st birthday this Sunday as detectives continue to appeal for information. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:25:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-sentenced-following-death-of-father-in-haydock/ A man has been sentenced following the death of his father in Haydock last year. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:22:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/former-officer-jailed-after-merseyside-police-investigation/ We can confirm a former officer has been jailed for two years in prison following a Merseyside Police investigation. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:54:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-jailed-for-life-after-fatally-stabbing-his-estranged-wife-in-bootle/ A man has been jailed for life - to serve a minimum of 29 years - after fatally stabbing his estranged wife inside a shop in Bootle. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:29:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-to-trace-owner-of-suspected-stolen-jewellery/ We are appealing for help to trace the owner of suspected stolen jewellery which was recovered in Kirkby. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:34:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-issued-three-year-football-banning-order-and-fines-for-assault-in-southport/ A man has been issued with a three-year football banning order plus fines after assaulting a teenage boy at a match in Southport last year. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:13:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-susannah-pullen/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of a woman who died in Liverpool. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:03:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-in-connection-with-theft-of-nelson-mandela-artwork-from-st-georges-hall/ Detectives have arrested a man as part of the investigation into the theft of an art print from St George’s Hall last October. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:48:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/body-found-in-search-for-mahmoud-alzard/ Officers investigating the disappearance of 33-year-old Mahmoud Alzard can confirm that a body of a man was found yesterday. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:24:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-from-waterloo-jailed-for-assault-and-harassment/ A man from Waterloo who assaulted and harassed his victim over a period of two years has been jailed. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:12:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/partnership-work-in-speke-area-following-assault-of-bus-driver/ Merseyside Police has increased its policing resources in Speke to provide reassurance to the local community and deter young people from being involved in criminality following an incident on Saturday, 10 January, where a fire was started on a bus and the bus driver was assaulted. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:46:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/four-arrested-after-cannabis-and-suspercted-class-a-drugs-found-in-sutton/ We have arrested four men after rucksacks filled with cannabis and suspected Class A drugs were seized in St Helens yesterday (Tuesday 13 January). Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:52:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-after-delivery-van-stolen-in-roby/ Detectives in Roby Liverpool are issuing CCTV images of a man who may have information after a van with several high value kitchen appliances inside was stolen. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:19:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-desmond-spence/ Liverpool and Wirral Coroner's Office is appealing to find the family of Desmond Spence of Chatsworth Road, Rock Ferry, Wirral. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:05:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-after-drugs-seized-in-beechwood/ We have arrested a man and seized a large bag of cannabis after officers spotted a male on a scrambler bike in Beechwood (Monday 12 January). Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:57:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-report-of-sexual-assault-in-birkenhead/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who may have information that could assist with enquiries following a sexual assault in Birkenhead town centre. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:08:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-stephen-mercer/ Please share and help the Coroner's Office find the next of kin of a Wirral man who recently passed away. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:25:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-jailed-for-sexual-and-physical-abuse-in-st-helens/ A man from Haydock who subjected his victim to years of sexual and physical abuse was jailed yesterday (Monday 12 January). Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:54:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/three-arrested-after-several--bike-and-electric-scooters-found-in-litherland/ We have arrested three men from Litherland after several dismantled bikes and electric scooters were seized on Friday evening (9 January). Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:03:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-on-siuspicion-of-drugs-offiences-after-class-a-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-bootle/ A man has been arrested after 50 wraps of crack cocaine and heroin and cash were seized in Bootle. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:51:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/brothers-jailed-for-supply-of-crack-cocaine-and-heroin-in-wirral/ Two brothers have been jailed after exploiting a 16-year-old boy to peddle heroin and crack cocaine in Woodchurch. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:50:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-after-stolen-scramblr-bikes-and-cannabis-found-in-bootle/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of drugs offences and handling stolen goods after several scrambler bikes and bags of cannabis were found at a house in Bootle on Friday 9 January. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:30:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-assault-of-bus-driver-in-speke/ We are appealing for information following a report a bus driver was assaulted in Speke on Saturday 10 January. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:53:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/five-arrested-following-reports-of-stabbing-in-fazakerley/ We have arrested five males on suspicion of s18 wounding with intent following reports of an assault in the Fazakerley area on Sunday 11 January. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:37:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/rifle-found-in-skip-in-kirby/ A rifle and bullets have been found inside a skip in Kirkby at the weekend. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:38:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/daughter-of-missing-wirral-mum-issues-fresh-appeal-to-find-her/ It's been five years since a Wirral mum went missing and her daughter has issued a fresh appeal for information to help find her. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:03:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-after-human-remains-found-in-st-helens-flat/ We can confirm a man has been charged after human remains were found in a flat in St Helens. Sun, 11 Jan 2026 23:30:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-for-information-following-aggravated-burglary-in-halewood/ We are appealing for information following an aggravated burglary in Halewood and an attempted break-in at a home in Prescot last night. Sun, 11 Jan 2026 16:37:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-following-incident-in-kirkdale/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following an incident in Kirkdale yesterday. Sat, 10 Jan 2026 15:50:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-from-southport-jailed-after-sexually-assaulting-vulnerable-woman/ A man from Southport has been jailed for sexual offences against a vulnerable woman. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:04:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/op-hammer-two-men-jailed-for-two-years-after-drugs-recovered-from-liverpool-flat/ Above L-R Sergiu Man, Sebastian Forgaciu Two men have been jailed for 10 years after officers smelt cannabis coming from a Liverpool flat and recovered Class A and B drugs with an estimated street value of up to £400,000. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:56:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/merseyside-hosts-landmark-conference-driving-national-action-on-town-centre-safety/ Merseyside Police, together with Emily Spurrell, Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner, has today, Friday 9 December, successfully hosted a national Safer Town Centres Conference at the Royal Liver Building, uniting national policing leaders, government representatives, academics, and community safety experts to drive forward a shared vision for safer, more resilient town centres across the UK. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:16:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-murder-in-st-helens/ A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after human remains were found in a flat St Helens on Thursday evening (8 January). Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:39:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-arrested-following-incident-in-kirkdale/ We can confirm a man has been arrested following an incident in Kirkdale earlier this morning. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:11:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-appeal-franca-lynn/ Sefton Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the family of Franca Lynn, who has passed away. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:22:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-arrested-after-two-motorbikes-seized-in-st-helens/ We have arrested two males from Clock Face after two motorbikes were stolen in the Parr area last night (Wednesday 7 January). Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:28:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/driver-who-killed-motorcyclist-in-huyton-collision-is-jaied-after-lying-about-health/ A driver who killed a motorcyclist in a collision in Huyton and then spent years falsely claiming he was medically unfit to be prosecuted has finally had his day in court. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:39:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-mark-power/ Sefton Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the family of Mark Power who has passed away. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:24:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-kenneth-jarrett/ We are appealing for help in tracing the next-of-kin of a man from Bootle who has passed away. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:20:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/tributes-to-man-who-died-in-southport-collision/ The family of a man who sadly died following a road traffic collision in Southport on Christmas Eve have issued a tribute. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:06:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-charged-following-burglaries-at-croft-retail-park-in-bromborough/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following two burglaries at Croft Retail Park in Bromborough. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:43:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-denise-osullivan/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin for Denise O'Sullivan from Wirral. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:14:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/sam-rimmers-mum-pays-tribute-on-what-would-have-been-his-26th-birthday/ To mark what would have been Sam Rimmer’s 26th birthday today (Tuesday 6 January), his mum has issued a new tribute and detectives continue to appeal for information to find the people responsible for his murder. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:59:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/appeal-following-robbery-at-clubmoor-bookmakers/ We are appealing for information following reports of a robbery at a bookmakers in Clubmoor this afternoon (Monday 5 January). Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:13:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/cctv-appeal-following-stabbing-in-kensington/ We have released a CCTV image of a man who could have information following a stabbing in Kensington. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:26:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/man-dies-following-collision-in-croxteth/ We can sadly confirm that a man has died after a serious collision in Croxteth on Christmas Eve. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:16:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/officers-appeal-for-witnesses-after-serious-collision-in-bold/ We are appealing for any witnesses after a collision in Bold that left a man with a serious, life-changing injury yesterday morning, Friday 2 January . Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:59:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/woman-arrested-following-collision-in-st-helens/ A woman has been arrested following a collision in St Helens this morning, Friday 2 January. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:54:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/teenager-arrested-following-assault-in-litherland/ A 16-year-old male has been arrested following an assault inside a house in Litherland on New Year’s Eve (Wednesday). Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:51:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/next-of-kin-anthony-paul-kelly/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of  Anthony Paul Kelly. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:14:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/drink-driving-arrest-after-collision-in-huyton/ A private hire driver was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car was in collision with a stationary van in Huyton on Wednesday (31 December) It was reported shortly after 9. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:30:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2026/january-2026/two-charged-following-burglary-in-wirral/ Two people have been charged following a house burglary in Wirral on New Year’s Eve (Wednesday). Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:16:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/merseyside-police-to-host-free-bike-marking-events-in-the-new-year/ Merseyside Police is encouraging cyclists to take advantage of free bike marking events taking place throughout January and into the new year, helping to protect new and existing bikes from theft. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:05:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-arrested-after-large-amounts-of-cash-seized-in-garston/ A man and a woman have been arrested after an estimated £4,000 was found inside a house in Garston yesterday, Tuesday 30 December. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:27:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-after-a-burglary-at-a-house-in-thornton/ We are appealing for information following a burglary of a house in Thornton where several items including a late family member’s ashes were stolen. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:19:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/three-arrested-following-burglary-at-liverpool-toy-store/ We have arrested three people following a burglary at a Liverpool toy store. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:02:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/update-man-arrested-following-incident-at-newton-community-hospital/ A total of six people required treatment in hospital and walk-in centres following an incident at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows yesterday afternoon (Tuesday 30 December). Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:23:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-teens-convicted-of-riding-stolen-motorbikes-in-bidston/ Two teenagers have been convicted following an incident in Bidston in November. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:13:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-after-incident-at-newton-community-hospital/ We have arrested a 20-year-old man after reports five people were assaulted at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows this afternoon (Tuesday 30 December). Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:42:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-following-bike-robbery-in-woodchurch/ We are appealing for information following a robbery where a 15-year-old boy’s bike was taken in Woodchurch yesterday, Monday 29 December. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:06:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized-after-car-stopped-in-wirral/ We have arrested two people and seized cash and drugs after a car was stopped in the Wirral area in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday 30 December. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:51:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-paul-mclean/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of a man who died in Sefton. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:02:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-and-quad-bike-seized-in-huyton/ A man was arrested and drugs seized after a quad bike was pursued by officers to Huyton on Sunday (28 December). Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:36:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/chief-constable-rob-carden-recognised-in-the-kings-news-years-honours/ Following the announcement of the King’s New Year’s Honours we are delighted to confirm that Chief Constable Rob Carden has been awarded the King’s Police Medal (KPM). Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:45:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-after-officer-assaulted-in-liverpool/ A man has been charged after a police officer was assaulted in Liverpool on Boxing Day. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:23:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/continued-appeal-for-dashcam-footage-following-serious-rtc-on-east-lancs-road/ We are today continuing to appeal for dashcam footage following a serious road traffic collision on the East Lancashire Road on Christmas Eve, Wednesday 24 December. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:56:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/west-kirby-united-scores-2297-boost-from-operation-payback/ Money seized from criminals is helping young people thrive, thanks to a donation from Merseyside Police’s Operation Payback to West Kirby United Football Club. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:49:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/detectives-continue-to-appeal-for-witnesses-forllowing-serious-road-collision-on-east-lancashire-road/ We are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward following a serious collision on the East Lancashire Road that has left a man in a critical condition last night (Christmas Eve). Thu, 25 Dec 2025 15:34:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-for-witnesses-following-serious-injury-rtc-at-junction-of-east-lancashire-road-and-stonebridge-lane-croxteth/ Drivers are being advised to avoid the area of the East Lancashire Road at its junction with Stonebridge Lane in Croxteth, following a serious injury road traffic collision this evening (Wednesday, 24 December). Wed, 24 Dec 2025 22:48:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-for-witnesses-following-fatal-rtc-on-marine-drive-southport/ We are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Southport earlier this morning. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 17:44:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-year-criminal-behaviour-order-for-theft--banned-from-parts-of-liverpool-city-centre/ A man has been banned for two-years from entering a large area of Liverpool City Centre after being given a Criminal Behaviour Order for theft. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:17:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/neigh-bourhood-policing-in-liverpool-city-centre-this-christmas/ A man has been handed a community resolution after some good, old-fashioned NEIGH-bourhood policing in Liverpool city centre yesterday, Tuesday 23 December. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:43:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/christmas-present-recovered-following-theft-from-wirral-supermarket/ We detained a woman and recovered a Christmas present after it was stolen from a shopper at a Wirral supermarket. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:31:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/cctv-appeal-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives in Liverpool are issuing the image of a man who may have information following a city centre assault earlier this month. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:33:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-following-stabbing-in-anfield/ We can confirm a man has been charged following a stabbing in Anfield on Monday 22 December. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:17:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-from-whiston-charged-with-drug-supply/ Detectives from our Operation Toxic county lines team have charged a man from Whiston with cocaine and heroin supply. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:50:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/serious-collision-on-marine-drive-in-southport/ We can confirm emergency services are currently in Southport following a serious collision this morning (Wednesday 24 December). Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:39:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/joint-county-lines-operation-leads-to-arrests-and-seizures/ Three people have been arrested today, Tuesday 23 December, following two warrants executed to tackle suspected county lines drug supply operating between Prescot and Peterhead, Scotland. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:53:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/southport-man-jailed-for-stalking/ A Southport man has been jailed for a stalking and other offences against two women. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:15:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/former-financial-director-jailed-after-defrauding-birkenhead-business-out-of-nearly-1.9m/ A financial director who defrauded a Birkenhead-based business out of nearly £1. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:52:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/police-clampdown-on-car-thieves-as-drivers-urged-to-keep-their-vehicles-safe/ Officers are clamping down on car thieves as they step up patrols and offer safety advice to motorists during the festive period. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:01:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/increased-reports-of-burglaries-targeting-e-bikes-and-motorbikes-in-wirral/ We are urging homeowners in Wirral to be vigilant following a recent spate of burglaries targeting e-bikes and motorbikes. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:42:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-for-information-following-stabbing-in-anfield/ We are appealing for information after a man was stabbed in the arm in Anfield last night. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:06:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-arrests-following-reports-of-robberies-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Two men have been arrested in connection with robberies reported in Liverpool city centre this month. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/re-appeal-on-anniversary-of-serious-fail-to-stop-road-traffic-collision-in-kirkby/ We are re-appealing for information  a year to the day a fail to stop collision in Kirkby left a teenage boy with life-changing injuries. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:42:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/local-policing-inspector-delivers-joy-to-local-dog-shelter/ A special Christmas delivery arrived at Huyton Dog’s Trust today, Monday 22 December. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:55:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/woman-arrested-after-firearm-seized-in-old-swan/ STARTS We can confirm that a woman has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation following the recovery of a firearm in Old Swan in September. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:45:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/five-people-charged-following-incident-in-new-brighton/ We can confirm that five people have been charged following an incident in New Brighton. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:36:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/speke-pupils-design-eye-catching-road-safety-signs-to-encourage-safe-parking/ Primary school pupils from Speke have designed a series of new road safety signs aimed at encouraging safer, more considerate parking in the community. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:02:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/arrests-following-raids-in-connection-with-ketamine-supply-in-st-helens/ Three people have been arrested today, Friday 19 December, following warrants to tackle the supply of ketamine in St Helens. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:57:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/three-people-arrested-and-large-amount-of-drugs-seized-in-liverpool/ Two men and a woman have been arrested after large amounts of Class A drugs and cash were found in Liverpool. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:38:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-jailed-for-rape-in-st-helens/ A man has been jailed today, Friday 19 December, for the rape of a woman in St Helens. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:34:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-jailed-for-assault-in-bootle/ A man has been sentenced today, Friday 19 December, for assault of man in Bootle. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:28:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/wanted-philip-hughes/ We are appealing for help in finding a man who is wanted on a no bail warrant for Malicious Communications and Possession of a Controlled Class B drug. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:45:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-following-domestic-stabbing-in-woodchurch/ Detectives investigating a stabbing in Wirral earlier this week have charged a man. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:43:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2024/december/man-from-woodchurch-charged-with--dangerous-drving-offences/ A man has been charged with several driving offences after a black Sur-Ron electric bike was driven at speed in Woodchurch. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:16:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/creating-a-safer-night-time-economy-for-women-and-girls/ Merseyside Police is committed to ensuring that women and girls feel safe when enjoying the night-time economy (NTE) across our region. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:44:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/cctv-appeal-following-hate-related-assault-in-birkenhead/ Detectives are issuing the image of a man who may have information following a hate-related assault in Birkenhead. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:58:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2024/december/man-from-woodchurch-charge-with-class-a-drug-offences-with/ Detectives from our Operation Toxic team have charged a man from Wirral with cocaine supply. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:34:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/detectives-launch-murder-appeal-for-22-year-old-jeffrey-mcnish-40-years-on/ The sister of Jeffrey McNish, who was killed at a festival in Toxteth, has spoken of how her family’s “world was torn apart” as detectives appeal for information 40 years after his murder. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 08:05:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/new-pask-for-angela-moves-beyond-nightlife-with-local-mcdonalds-partnership-on-the-wirralage/ A pioneering safety initiative designed to protect vulnerable individuals is being trialled in five McDonald’s restaurants across the Wirral, thanks to a partnership between Merseyside Police and a local McDonald’s Franchisee. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:11:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/serial-paedophile-jailed-for-child-sex-offences-in-st-helens/ A serial paedophile from St Helens has been jailed today, on Thursday 18 December, after pleading guilty to child sex offences. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:11:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-following-business-burglary-in-wavertree/ We are appealing for information following a reported burglary at Beers Timbers and Building Supplies in Wavertree. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:36:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-arrested-after-men-reported-stealign-christmas-presents-in-crosby/ We arrested two men after reports two men were seen stealing Christmas presents from a vehicle in Crosby on Wednesday (17 December). Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:36:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/teenage-boy-arrested-on-suspicion-of-robbery-in-westvale/ A teenage boy has been arrested following a robbery where a man was attacked by group of youths in Westvale. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:07:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/investigation-underway-following-reports-of-business-burglary-at-a-sports-store-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We are investigating following reports of a business burglary at a sports store in Liverpool city centre. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:58:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-limit-277-people-arrested-as-campaign-passes-halfway-point/ Merseyside Police has, today, Thursday 18 December, announced that more than 277 people have been arrested for drug and drink driving since the force’s campaign began on 1 December. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:44:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-evolve-large-cannabis-cultivation-discovered-in-kirkdale/ We have seized more than 340 cannabis plants and a large quantity of cannabis from a cultivation in Kirkdale yesterday (Wednesday, December 17). Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:36:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/free-security-cameras-loaned-residents-christmas-burglary-crackdown/ Merseyside Police has launched a crime prevention initiative in the Smithdown Road area of Liverpool, loaning residents free security cameras to help protect their homes during the festive period. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:22:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/do-you-know-this-woman/ Detectives would like to speak to Natalie Parker, who may have information to assist a burglary investigation in the Kensington area. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:50:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/second-man-arrested-in-huyton-shooting-investigation/ Detectives have arrested a second man in connection with an injury shooting in Huyton in November. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:52:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/patrols-provide-reassurance-during-hanukkah-celebrations-in-merseyside/ As our Jewish communities celebrate Hanukkah this week, Merseyside Police has deployed high visibility patrols to provide reassurance across Jewish religious sites in Merseyside. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:05:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/fifteen-men-sentenced-to-over-32-years-imprisonment-for-cannabis-farm-in-liverpool-warehouse/ Fifteen men have been sentenced today, Wednesday 17 December, after officers found a cannabis farm inside a warehouse in Liverpool city centre. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:55:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/wirral-man-handed-criminal-behaviour-order-banning-him-from-supermarkets/ A Birkenhead man has been issued with a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO), banning him from entering parts of Woodchurch and certain supermarkets. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:35:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-ann-dillon/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for information to help find the next of kin for a woman from Kirkdale who has passed away. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:19:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/five-sentenced-for-large-scale-lfc-ticketing-fraud/ We are welcoming the sentencing of five men to a total of 12 years and a half years in prison for large-scale ticket fraud, following an extensive Merseyside Police investigation. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:46:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-with-cannabis-production-after-more-than-500-plants-seized-in-cressington/ A man has been charged with cannabis production following a warrant in Cressington yesterday, Tuesday 16 December. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:28:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-jailed-for-12-years-after-raping-woman-in-wirral/ A man has been jailed for 12 years after raping a woman in Wirral. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:19:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-18-charged-with-firearms-offence-following-shooting-in-toxteth/ We have charged an 18-year-old man with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:45:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-following-report-of-stabbing-in-wirral/ We have arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder following reports of a stabbing in the Wirral. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:48:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/wirral-woman-charged-with-drug-supply-following-warrant/ We have arrested and charged a woman and seized large quantities of drugs following a warrant in Wirral yesterday, Monday 15 December. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:16:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/paul-doyle-jailed-for-21-and-a-half-years/ We can confirm Paul Doyle has today, Tuesday 16 December, been jailed for a total of 21-and-a-half years. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:13:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-jailed-for-over-five-years-after-managing-a-county-lines-operation/ A man has been jailed after a joint investigation with North Wales Police revealed he was managing a county line operation offering the supply of crack cocaine and heroin in Bangor. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:45:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-jailed-after-throwing-rocks-at-hotel-in-haydock/ A man has been jailed after the windows of a hotel in Haydock were smashed with bricks by a man shouting racial abuse in the early hours of Sunday (14 December). Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:27:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/merseyside-police-deploy-live-facial-recognition-for-the-first-time-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Merseyside Police deployed Live Facial Recognition (LFR) for the first time in Liverpool City Centre yesterday (Monday 15 December). Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:33:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-evolve-two-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drugs-offences-and-cash-and-drugs-seized/ We have arrested two men on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a large quantity of suspected Class A drugs and cash as part of our continued work cracking down on serious organised crime. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:33:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-raymond-clarke/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing for help to trace the family of a man who has passed away. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:16:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-after-van-collides-with-police-officer-in-wavertree/ A man has been arrested after a van was involved in a collision with a police officer in Wavertree. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:53:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/birkenhead-town-centre-to-benefit-from-dedicated-policing-team/ With the festive season in full swing, a dedicated Birkenhead Town Centre policing team has been launched to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, ensuring the high street remains safe and welcoming for all. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:20:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/superintendent-for-knowsley-advises-residents-to-act-ahead-of-christmas/ In the weeks running up to Christmas, Merseyside Police are issuing crime prevention and safety advice as part of the Winter of Action. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:42:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/emergency-services-in-birkenhead-following-incident-last-night/ We can confirm that officers are in Birkenhead following an incident last night, Sunday 14 December. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:26:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/continued-appeal-after-reports-of-shots-fired-in-toxteth/ We are today, Saturday 13 December, continuing to investigate following reports shots were fired in the Toxteth area yesterday, Friday 12 December. Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:06:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-from-clock-face-jailed-for-12-years-for-child-sex-offences/ A man from Clock Face has been jailed for 12 years for child sex offences. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:08:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-vanguard-total-of-49-arrested-during-huge-policing-operation-in-knowsley/ A total of 49 people have now been arrested as a result of the large-scale policing operation, codenamed Operation Vanguard, carried out in Stockbridge Village and Huyton on Thursday (11 December). Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:40:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-following-business-robberies-in-birkenhead/ A man has been charged following two robberies at businesses in Birkenhead. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:29:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/festive-crackdown-police-target-drive-thru-to-catch-morning-after-drivers/ With Christmas party season now in full swing, Merseyside Police officers are continuing their proactive Operation Limit work, with 105 arrests for drug and drink driving made in the first week alone. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:39:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/20000-crimestoppers-reward-to-find-killer-of-rose-johnston-in-dovecot/ A £20,000 reward is today, Friday 12 December, being offered to find the killer of Rose Johnston in Dovecot. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:12:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of assault after officers stopped a man who was dressed as an elf in Liverpool City Centre. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:38:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/reform-education-and-merseyside-police-partnership-delivers-real-change-for-young-people/ Merseyside Police is celebrating the success of Harry, a young man from Southport whose life has been transformed through Reform Education’s No Cap Fits All (NCFA) Programme, funded by Operation Stonehaven as part of Project Medusa’s County Lines prevention work. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:25:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/wanted-nerissa-powell/ We are appealing for help to locate a woman from Walton who is wanted on a no bail warrant. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:07:45 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-vanguard-huge-policing-operation-tackling-criminality-in-knowsley/ UPDATE (5. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:27:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/winter-of-action-two-men-charged-following-business-burglaries-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Officers investigating business burglaries in Liverpool city centre have charged two men following recent incidents. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:53:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/anfield-event-promotes-online-safety/ On Wednesday, 10 December, Merseyside Police supported a digital inclusion event at LFC’s Anfield stadium, organised by Liverpool City Council and technology partner Jadu, to help residents get online and use digital services safely. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:31:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/officers-step-up-patrols-to-boost-retail-and-night-time-economy-safety/ As Christmas approaches and our city centre and town centres get busier our officers are ready to help keep thousands of visitors safe as they enjoy our shops, bars, pubs and clubs. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:44:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-william-hodgson/ Please share and help the Coroner's Office find the next of kin for a man who recently passed away at hospital. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:43:20 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-in-connection-with-incident-during-lfc-match-in-august/ We can confirm that a Liverpool man has been charged in connection with an incident during a Liverpool FC match at Anfield in August. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:08:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-zbigniew-chudzicki/ Please share and help Sefton Coroner's Office find the next of kin of a Crosby man who recently passed away. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:04:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-teenagers-arrested-following-incident-in-eastham/ We have arrested two teenagers following an incident outside South Wirral High School earlier this morning. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:45:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/six-months-on-southport-town-centre-team-continues-to-deliver-results/ Six months after its launch on 9 June, Merseyside Police’s Southport Town Centre Team is proving its value in tackling issues that matter most to local communities. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:32:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/police-roll-out-live-facial-recognition-in-merseyside-to-protect-communities/ Merseyside Police will begin using Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology as part of its commitment to keeping communities safe and bringing offenders to justice. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 07:05:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-men--charged-in-connection-with-an-assault-in-west-derby/   Today, Monday 8 December, detectives have charged two men in connection with assault in West Derby. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:38:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-following-fatal-collision-in-fazakerley/ A man has been arrested after an elderly pedestrian died in a fail to stop collision in Fazakerley on Friday 5 December. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:03:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-to-man-powerful-poem-challenges-street-harassment-on-merseyside/ A powerful new spoken-word piece “Man to Man” launches today calling on men to prevent street harassment and help make our communities safer for women and girls. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:52:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-with-burglary-offences-in-liverpool/ We can confirm that a man has been charged with burglary offences following two incidents in Liverpool. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:18:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/paul-white-appointed-deputy-chief-constable-at-merseyside-police/ Merseyside Police has appointed former Assistant Chief Constable Paul White to the role of Deputy Chief Constable of the Force. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:34:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/three-arrested-after-nitrous-oxide-and--30000-of-cash-found-in-huyton/ We have arrested one man and two teenage boys on suspicion of several drugs offences after a large amount of nitrous oxide, mobile phones and around £30,000 was found in Huyton last night (Sunday 7 December). Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:52:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-men-arrested-following-serious-injury-assault-in-west-derby/ UPDATE: 10:03PM 7 DECEMBER Detectives have arrested a third man on suspicion of Section 18 assault following an incident on Mill Lane, West Derby,  in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, 7 December). Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:10:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/male-arrested-by-officers-on-quad-bike-patrol-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Officers on quad bikes deployed to disrupt drug dealing in Liverpool city centre arrested a male in the early hours of Friday (5 December). Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:27:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-people-charged-following-domestic-assault-in-croxteth/ Two people have been charged with assault offences following a domestic incident in Croxteth in the early hours of yesterday morning, Thursday 4 December. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:40:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/three-women-from-liverpool-arrested-after-large-amounts-of-class-a-drugs-were-found-inside-a-car/ We have arrested three women on suspicion of drug offences after several bags of suspected cocaine were found inside a car in Liverpool. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:19:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-patricia-forster/ Sefton Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the next-of-kin of a woman who has passed away. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:07:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/two-men-arrested-following-robbery-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have arrested two men following a robbery in Liverpool city centre in the early hours of this morning. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:09:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/300000-funding-boost-secured-to-further-improve-safety-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Liverpool city centre is set to benefit from a major safety investment, thanks to a £300,000 funding boost secured by Merseyside’s Police and Crime Commissioner and Merseyside Police to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour in the heart of the city. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:05:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/buy-right-ride-right-merseyside-police-issue-warning-on-e-bike-and-scooter-purchases-this-christmas/ Merseyside Police is urging parents to check before they buy e-bikes or scooters this Christmas, after seizing more than 1,000 illegal vehicles across the region in the past year. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:40:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/cctv-appeal-following-assault-at-a-bus-station-in-liverpool/ Detectives in Liverpool City Centre are issuing CCTV images of a woman who may have information following an assault at Queens Square bus station. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:49:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-with-assaulting-dog-walker-in-leasowe/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following a reported assault in Leasowe in August. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:38:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-for-witnesses-to-fatal-road-traffic-collision-in-fazakerley/ We are appealing for information following a fatal fail to stop road traffic collision in Fazakerley this evening Friday (5 December). Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:48:36 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-following-bike-robbery-in-new-ferry/ We are appealing for information following a robbery where a teenage boy’s electric bike was stolen  New Ferry on Tuesday 2 December. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:30:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-mr-alan-law/ Can you help locate the family of a man from Crosby who has sadly passed away? Mr Alan Law, aged 76, sadly died at his home on Alexandra Road yesterday, Wednesday 3 December. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:29:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-nikolay-hristov-kolev/ Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man from Newton-le-Willows. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:09:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/initiatives-to-tackle-violence-against-women-and-girsl-recognised-in-national-report/ Tuesday (2 December) saw the publication of Part 2 of the Angiolini Inquiry into preventing sexually motivated crimes against women in public spaces. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:54:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-after-officers-assaulted-in-huyton/ A man has been charged after two officers were assaulted in Huyton on Tuesday (2 December). Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:59:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/shotgun-recovered-from-wirral/ A double-barrelled shotgun has been recovered from Bidston Recycling Centre. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:44:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-evolve-man-arrested-in-kensington-and-large-amount-of-suspected-nitrous-oxide-seized/ We have seized a large quantity of suspected nitrous oxide cannisters and arrested a man in Kensington on suspicion of drug offences. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:46:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drugs-and-domestic-violence-offences-in-kirby/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of several drugs and domestic violence offences after large amounts of Class A drugs were found at an address in Kirkby yesterday (Tuesday 2 December). Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:10:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/cctv-appeal-following--robbery-in-anfield/ Detectives have issued CCTV images of two men who could have information that may assist with their enquiries following a reported robbery in Anfield. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:52:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/cctv-appeal-following-sexual-assault-on-bus/ We are issuing CCTV images of a man detectives would like to speak to following a sexual assault on a bus. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:22:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-evolve-woman-arrested-and-zombie-knife-cash-and-drugs-seized-in-kirkdale/ We have arrested a woman in Kirkdale on suspicion of drugs and weapons offences. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:51:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-following-house-burglary-in-roby/ We are appealing for information following a burglary of a house in Roby where jewellery and designer bags were stolen. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:48:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/four-men-arrested-following-supermarket-theft-in-belle-vale/ Four men have been arrested for shoplifting offences after an incident at a supermarket in Belle Vale. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:48:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-after-jars-of-cannabis-and-class-a-drugs-found-in-roby/ We have arrested a man after several jars of cannabis were found in a car in Liverpool last night (Monday 1 December) At around 7pm officers stopped a car on Gidlow Road as part of a routine stop. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:40:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/operation-evolve-two-arrested-and-nearly-30000-in-cash-and-suspected-drugs-seized/ We have arrested two men in Anfield on suspicion of drug offences and seized nearly £30,000 in cash as well as a large quantity of suspected Class A and B drugs. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:15:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/next-of-kin-kelly-nixon/ Please share and help the Coroner's Office find the next of kin for Kelly Nixon from St Helens. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:55:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/merseyside-police-launch-winter-of-action/ With Christmas just around the corner and people across Merseyside looking forward to enjoying festive cheer in town centres and in the city, we’re proud to be launching our Winter of Action. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:40:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-following-offensive-graffiti-and-criminal-damage-in-kirkby/ We are appealing for information after racist graffiti was sprayed on street furniture in Kirkby yesterday morning, Sunday 30 November. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:31:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/appeal-for-information-following-reports-of-two-distraction-burglaries-in-liverpool/ We are appealing for information following a report of two distraction burglaries in Liverpool. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:16:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-charged-with-rape-in-liverpool/ Detectives investigating a reported rape in Liverpool have charged a man. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:05:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-after-shooting-in-huyton/ A man has been arrested after a shooting in Huyton on Friday 28 November that left a man with serious injuries to his leg. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:35:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/december-2025/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drink-driving-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of drink driving following an incident in Liverpool city centre in the early hours of this morning, Monday 1 December. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:07:05 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/firearm-recovered-by-officers-in-kirkby/ A firearm has been recovered after officers were searching Northwood Forest Hills in Kirkby on Friday 28 November. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:53:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-business-burglary-in-knowsley/ A man has been arrested following a suspected burglary at a business premises in Prescot. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:30:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/reindeer-tracked-and-returned-to-safety-in-formby/ We can confirm a reindeer that escaped from a Christmas attraction in Formby on Saturday (29 November) was safely returned to his owner. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:18:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/police-car-involved-in-collision-in-wirral/ We can confirm a police vehicle was involved in a collision with another car in Port Sunlight on Sunday 30 November. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:32:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-shooting-in-huyton/ We are appealing for information after a shooting in Huyton that has left a man with serious injuries last night (Friday 28 November). Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:15:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-witnesses-after-pensioner-dies-a-month-after-being-injured-in-rtc-in-wirral/ We are appealing for witnesses after a pensioner died a month after being involved in a road traffic collision in Wirral. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:45:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/six-men-arrested-after-botched-business-burglary-in-prenton/ Six men were arrested after a failed attempt to break into a business in Prenton last night. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:11:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-arrested-on-suspicion-of-drug-offences-in-huyton/ We have arrested a man and a woman from Huyton after cash, cannabis and Class A drugs were found at an address in the area last night (Thursday 27 November). Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:09:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-kenneth-rigby/ Sefton, Knowsley & St Helens Coroner’s Office wants to trace the next of kin of a man who passed away in Rainhill. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:01:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-with-voyeurism-following-incident-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We can confirm that a man has been charged with voyeurism following an incident in Liverpool city centre in September. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:41:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-anthony-rowson-to-come-forward/ Officers are appealing for help in locating a man from Kirkby they would like to speak to in connection with domestic matters. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:18:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/six-men-charged-following-incident-at-knowsley-business-park/ We have charged six people following an incident at Knowsley Business Park. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:13:57 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-with-burglary-offences-in-fairfield/ We can confirm that a man has been charged with multiple burglary offences in Fairfield. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:54:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/op-cassia-17-arrested-on-suspicion-of-domestic-offences-across-merseyside/ We have arrested 17 people across Merseyside as part of a crackdown on domestic abuse today (Thursday 27 November). Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:36:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/st-helens-police-college-unite-day-action-community-safety/ St Helens Police and St Helens College partnered on Thursday 27 November 2025 for a Day of Action promoting community safety and raising awareness about the risks of substance misuse. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:31:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/merseyside-police-removes-more-than-200-knives-in-week-long-crackdown-on-knife-crime/ Merseyside Police has removed 230 knives, executed 16 warrants and arrested 40 people during a national week of action to tackle knife crime, known as Sceptre (17-23 November). Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:52:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/teenager-sentenced-to-13-years-in-custody-for-double-stabbing/ A teenager has been sentenced to 13 years in custody after stabbing a boy and girl during an altercation at a bus stop in Kirkby. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:16:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-laurynas-bruba/ Laurynas Bruba, 37 years, has failed to appear at Liverpool Crown Court after being charged with possession of a controlled Class B drug with intent to supply and possession of criminal property. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:30:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-multiple-reports-of-burglaries-in-fairfield/ A man has been arrested following multiple reports of burglaries in Fairfield. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:19:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/op-gears-two-electric-bikes-recovered-following-ongoing-work-targeting-thieves/ Officers have recovered two electric bikes which were reported stolen in robberies in Liverpool. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:55:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/operation-evolve-two-arrested-in-kensington-on-suspicion-of-class-a-drugs-supply/ We have arrested a man and a woman in Kensington on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a large amount of suspected Class A drugs. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:40:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/operation-halo-brings-vawg-champions-to-liverpool-city-centre/ Merseyside Police, together with local authorities and licensed venues, is launching Operation Halo, a new initiative designed to protect vulnerable individuals and tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) in Liverpool’s night-time economy. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:05:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-a-shop-burglary-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We are appealing for information following a high value business burglary in Liverpool city centre. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:09:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-reported-thefts-from-cars-in-blundellsands/ We can confirm a man was arrested last night in Blundellands following reports that someone was stealing items from cars. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:09:18 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/myth-vs-fact--ripping-apart-the-lies-that-excuse-sexual-violence/ Merseyside Police and Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell are ripping apart the dangerous myths about rape and serious sexual offences with a bold new campaign. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:05:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/op-gears-male-arrested-and-motorbike-seized-in-bootle/ A teenage male has been arrested, and a scrambler bike was seized in Bootle. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:03:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-david-peckham/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for help in finding the next of kin of a man who passed away in Wallasey. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:01:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-jailed-for-over-10-years-for-his-involvement-in-a-mulit-million-pound-drug-s-conspiracy/ A man has been jailed for a total of 10 years 8 months for his involvement in a Class A and B drugs conspiracy estimated to be worth in the region of £800,000. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:46:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-following-criminal-damage-to-bus-in-speke/ We are appealing for information following a report of criminal damage to a bus in Speke on Sunday 23 November. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:23:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/arrest-after-man-reportedly-seen-trying-car-doors-in-fazakerley/ We arrested a man after reports a suspect was seen trying front doors and car doors in Fazakerley in the early hours of Monday (24 November). Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:51:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-dies-following-collision-in-maghull/ We can sadly confirm that a man has died following a collision in Maghull last month. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:08:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/officers-appeal-for-information--follwoing-fail-to-stop-on-utpn-on-bypass/ We are appealing for information following a fail to stop collision on the Upton Bypass in Wirral on Monday 17 November. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:41:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/cctv-appeal-following-sexual-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives are issuing images of a man who may have information to assist an investigation into a sexual assault in Liverpool city centre earlier this month. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:30:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-fraud-in-crosby/ Officers have arrested a man in Crosby this morning (Friday 21 November), after being alerted to a suspected doorstep fraud. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:37:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-arrested-after-e-bike-robbery-in-walton-vale/ We have arrested one man and a teenage boy on suspicion of robbery and handling stolen goods after several bikes were seized from an address in Netherton. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:03:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/nearly-50-people-stop-searched-as-part-of-s60-order-in-litherland/ We stop-searched nearly 50 males in the Seaforth and Litherland area following the introduction of a s60 Order. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:19:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-following-domestic-related-incident-in-kirkby/ A man has been charged following a domestic-related incident and vehicle pursuit in Kirkby earlier this week. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:30:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-jailed-from-new-brighton-jailed-for-making-indecent-images-of-children-and-sharing-them-online/ A  21 year-old man from New Brighton has been jailed after making indecent images of children and sharing them online. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:38:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-arrested-following-reports-of-stolen-bikes-in-wirral/ We have arrested two teenagers and seized stolen vehicles following an incident in Wirral on Wednesday 19 November. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:48:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/s60-order-introduced-in-seaforth-area/ We have introduced a Section 60 order in the Seaforth area today, Thursday 20 November, giving officers additional powers to search people who are suspected of involvement in criminality and disorder. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:10:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/cctv-appeal-following-assault-in-liverpool-city-centre/ Detectives in Liverpool City Centre are issuing CCTV images of a woman who may have information following an assault outside a bar on Fleet Street. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:00:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/fifth-person-charged-in-connection-with-murder-of-paul-foster/   We can confirm that a fifth person has been charged in connection with the murder of Paul Foster. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:15:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/37-arrested-in-major-crackdown-on-retail-crime-across-merseyside/ Officers across Merseyside have made 37 arrests during Safer Business Action Week (SaBA) delivering a powerful blow against business and retail crime in our local communities. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:52:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/merseyside-students-unite-for-knife-crime-awareness-and-positive-change/ Merseyside Police, supported by the LFC Foundation, hosted an inspiring Knife Crime Awareness event to coincide with Sceptre (17-23 November), the national initiative tackling knife crime. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:16:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-report-of-assault-in-car-in-kirkby/ A man was arrested on suspicion of domestic-related offences after a vehicle pursuit in Kirkby on Wednesday (19 November). Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:03:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-charged-with-drug-supply-in-bootle-and-crosby/ A man and woman have been charged with supplying crack cocaine and heroin following an investigation by Operation Toxic. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/merseyside-police-and-partners-share-progress-on-safer-sleep-initiative/ Merseyside Police, working alongside Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and local health visiting teams, is excited to share the progress of its Safer Sleep initiative – a pioneering scheme aimed at reducing sudden unexpected deaths in infancy (SUDI) across the region. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:20:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-reports-of-shots-fired-in-litherland/ An investigation is underway after reports that shots were fired on a playing field in Litherland last night, Wednesday 19 November. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:18:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/cctv-appeal-following-reported-burglaries-and-arson-in-liverpool/ We have released CCTV images of a man who we believe could have information following two reported burglaries and an arson in Liverpool. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:58:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-following-arson-incident-at-community-centre-in-toxteth/ We are appealing for information following two reports of arson at a community centre in Toxteth on Monday and Tuesday this week (17 and 18 November). Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:25:06 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-information-following-serious-rtc-in-st-helens/ We are appealing for information following a serious collision in St Helens on Sunday 16 November. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:25:58 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/six-people-arrested-and-suspected-stolen-items-seized-in-melling/ We have arrested six people and seized suspected stolen items, including 47 boxes of golf bags and a caravan, as part of an investigation into a high-value business burglary in Rainford. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:20:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/op-sceptre-bags-of-cannabis-found-in-merton-bank/ Officers have recovered a large quantity of cannabis in two bags hidden in Merton Bank today (Monday 17 November). Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:09:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-with-multiple-offences-following-domestic-abuse-report/ A St Helens man has been charged with multiple offences following a domestic abuse investigation by Merseyside Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People Unit. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:06:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/three-people-arrested-following-stabbing-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that three people have been arrested after a man was stabbed in the leg in St Helens. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:02:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-robbery-in-wavertree/ We have arrested a man following a robbery in Wavertree earlier this morning. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:21:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-george-graham/ Liverpool and Wirral Coroner's Office are appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man who recently died in Knowsley. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:32:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/merseyside-police-mark-sceptre-with-youth-prevention-patrols-and-continued-enforcement/ Merseyside Police is joining forces across the country for Sceptre – a national week of action to tackle knife crime, running from 17 to 23 November. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:39:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/officers-appeal-for-information-following-collision-on-east-lancashire-road-st-helens/ We are appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision between a police car and a Nissan Qashqai in St Helens on Saturday 15 November. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:40:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-criminal-damage-offences-in-st-helens/ We have arrested a man from St Helens after a series of criminal damage offences that have occurred in Thatto Heath and Sutton Leach. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:10:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/local-policing-inspectors-final-charity-trek-honours-departed-husky-and-retired-service-animals/ Today, Friday 14 November, Local Policing Inspector Andy Robinson has completed the final leg of the 20K charity walk he began with his beloved huskies, Thor and Loki, 13 years ago. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:52:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-gentian-gega/ We are appealing for information to help find a man who was arrested in Liverpool following a drugs offence. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:52:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-following-serious-assault-in-tranmere/ A man has been charged following a serious assault in Tranmere. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:43:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/officers-appeal-for-information--after-several-incidents-of-criminal-damage-in-st-helens/ We are appealing for information after a series of criminal damage offences in Thatto Heath and Sutton Leach this month. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:27:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-maureen-allsop/ Sefton, Knowsley and St Helen's Coroner's Office is appealing for help to find the next of kin of a woman from Huyton who has sadly passed away. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:14:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/nine-people-charged-in-relation-to-the-supply-and-distribution-of-drugs-in-south-liverpool/ We have charged nine people as part of an investigation targeting the supply and distribution of controlled drugs in south Liverpool. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:38:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-with-burglaries-in-wirral/ Detectives have charged a Liscard man in connection with two burglaries in Wallasey last month. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:49:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/tribute-to-rebecca-hall-following-fatal-collision-in-st-helens/ We are issuing the following tribute on behalf of Rebecca Hall, who sadly passed away following a collision on Clock Face Road, St Helens last week: "As a family we are devastated at the passing of a beautiful daughter, sister, grand-daughter, niece, cousin, girlfriend and much loved friend Rebecca (Becky). Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:55:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-elliott-brew/ Know this man? Elliott Brew is wanted on a prison recall after his licence was revoked by the Probation Service. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:43:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/woman-arrested-following-police-vehicle-collision-in-birkenhead/ We have arrested a woman following a police vehicle collision in Birkenhead last night, Wednesday 12 November. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:26:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/merseyside-police-community-first-awards-2025/ Merseyside Police celebrated its annual Community First Awards last night, Wednesday 12 November, to recognise police officers, staff, volunteers, and community partners for their dedication, bravery and professionalism. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:29:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-following-arson-in-southport/ A man has been charged following a report a vehicle was set alight in Southport on Tuesday 11 November. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:14:28 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/three-jailed-for-more-than-a-total-of-23-years-after-man-shot-in-leg-in-wallasey/ Above L-R Charles Byers, Emma Edwards, Andrew Struth  Three people have today, Wednesday 12 November, been jailed for a total of more than 23 years after a man was shot in Wallasey. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:41:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-information-following-suspected-arson-in-egremont/ We are appealing for information following a suspected arson in Egremont last night. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:36:38 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/woman-dies-following-collision-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that a woman has sadly passed away following a collision in St Helens last week. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:20:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-lewis-cameron-jones/ Have you seen this man from Wirral who is wanted on a recall to prison? Lewis Cameron Jones, 18 years, from Leasowe has breached his licence conditions following his release after serving a sentence for supplying class A drugs. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:47:00 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/update-following-medical-emergency-in-kirkby/ We can sadly confirm that a woman has passed away following a reported medical emergency in Kirkby earlier today. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 21:26:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-suspected-drug-dealing-in-bootle/ Officers have arrested a suspected drug dealer in Bootle yesterday evening, Monday 10 November. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:56:19 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/emergency-services-attend-medical-episode-in-kirkby/ We can confirm that police attended a house in Kirkby earlier today (Tuesday 11 November) to support North West Ambulance Service following a reported medical emergency. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:37:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-sue-collett/ Liverpool Coroner’s Office is appealing for help in tracing the family of woman who has passed away. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:36:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-following-cannabis-farm-discovery-in-kensington/ We have charged a man with Cannabis production following a warrant in Kensington yesterday, Monday 10 November. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:34:50 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/safer-business-action-week/ Officers are joining forces with local partners and police across the country to support national Safer Business Action Week (SaBA) to help tackle business and retail crime in our local communities. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:36:34 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-after-burglary-at-liverpool-business/ We are appealing for information following theft of a large quantity of cosmetics from a business in Liverpool on Friday (7 November). Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:55:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-to-help-find-man-in-connection-with-thefts-in-liverpool/ Please share and help us find a man who we believe could have information following multiple reports of shop thefts in Liverpool. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:26:27 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-witnesses-following-road-traffic-collision-on-walton-breck-road/ We are appealing for information following a report of a road traffic collision involving a Voi Scooter and a car in Anfield on Saturday 1 November. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:08:04 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-levy-larry-chiduku/ Do you know this man? Detectives think that Levy Larry Chiduku may have information to assist an assault investigation from earlier this year. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:38:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/police-warn-doorstep-fraud-escalates/ Merseyside Police is warning residents to be on their guard following a significant increase in losses from doorstep fraud, with bogus traders using increasingly sophisticated tactics to dupe vulnerable homeowners. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:05:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/operation-evolve-two-arrested-in-anfield-on-suspicion-of-drugs-offences/ We have arrested a man and a woman on suspicion of drugs offences in Anfield. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:28:08 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-charged-following-fatal-collision-in-heswall-last-year/ We can confirm that a man has been charged following a fatal collision in Heswall last year. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:43:12 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/teenager-arrested-following-stabbing-in-stockbridge-village/ We have arrested a teenager on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing in Stockbridge Village on Friday. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:09:37 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/further-appeal-for-information-following-injury-shooting-in-huyton/ Detectives are continuing to appeal for information following an injury shooting in Huyton on Friday night, 7 November. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:41:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/section-60-orders-in-knowsley-following-serious-incidents/ We are introducing two Section 60 orders in Knowsley following two serious incidents in the area yesterday, Friday 7 November. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 15:18:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-information-after-man-shot-in-huyton/ We are appealing for information after a man was shot in Huyton earlier this evening. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:05:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-people-from-sefton-charged-following-drugs-and-money-found/ Two people have been charged today, Friday 7 November, following a stop search of a vehicle on the M62 motorway. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:49:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/appeal-for-information-following-non-injury-firearms-discharge-in-west-derby/ We are appealing for information following a non-injury firearms discharge in West Derby. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:21:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/thirty-eight-people-arrested-and-nearly-120000-seized-as-part-of-month-long-fraud-operation/ We seized almost £120,000, arrested 38 people, and secured four bank account freezing orders as part of a month-long operation targeting businesses on Merseyside suspected of being involved in money laundering. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:17:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-arrested-on-suspicion-of-burglary/ We have arrested two people on suspicion of burglary and possession of criminal property. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:59:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/dispersal-zone-in-stockbridge-village/ A dispersal zone is in place in Stockbridge Village and the surrounding areas to ensure the safety of everyone this weekend after a firework was thrown at a block of flats. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:41:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-charged-after-introduction-of-dispersal-zone-in-garston/ We have charged two men following the introduction of a Dispersal Zone in Garston on Bonfire Night, Wednesday 5 November. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:27:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/fresh-cctv-appeal-following-theft-of-mandela-artwork/ Detectives have issued a fresh CCTV image as they continue to investigate the theft of an art print from St George’s Hall on Monday 13 October. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:16:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-kevin-phillip-mcmahon/ Have you seen this man from Liverpool who is wanted on a recall to prison? Kevin Phillip McMahon, 48 years, has failed to adhere to his licence conditions and has been recalled back to prison. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:41:02 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-brian-sloan/ Liverpool and Wirral Coroner's Office are appealing for help to find the next of kin of a man from Everton who recently passed away. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:19:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/teenager-arrested-and-three-sur-ron-bikes-seized-in-netherton/ A teenage boy has been arrested and three Sur-Ron bikes seized in Netherton. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:02:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-from-waterloo-jailed-for-18-years-after-drugs-offences/ A drug dealer from Waterloo has been jailed after being involved in the supply of cocaine, heroin and cannabis in Liverpool. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:20:01 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/boy-14-arrested-on-suspicion-of-arson-with-intent-to-endanger-life-in-knowsley/ We have this evening, Wednesday 5 November, arrested a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:41:17 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/further-dispersal-zone-authorised-in-liverpool/ We have this evening, Wednesday 5 November, issued a further dispersal zone in Liverpool. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:32:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/s60-order-introduced-in-garston/ We have introduced a Section 60 order for the entire area of Garston Under the Bridge this evening, Wednesday 5 November, giving officers additional powers to search people who are suspected of involvement in criminality and disorder. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:29:52 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/nine-dispersal-zones-introduced-in-north-and-south-liverpool-as-we-clampdown-on-antisocial-behaviour/ We have today, Wednesday 5 November, introduced nine dispersal zones across north and south Liverpool. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:01:07 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/plea-for-public-support-as-two-dispersal-zones-introduced-in-st-helens/ Two dispersal zones have been introduced in the St Helens area this evening, Wednesday 5 November, as a result of an increase in antisocial behaviour and criminal damage. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:54:35 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/four-dispersal-zones-in-knowsley-to-reassure-our-communities-over-bonfire-night-period/seven-dispersal-zones-to-keep-communities-of-sefton-save-over-bonfire-night-period/ Seven dispersal zones will be introduced in the Sefton area today, Wednesday 5 November, to ensure our communities feel safe and prevent incidents of antisocial behaviour. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:25:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/four-dispersal-zones-in-knowsley-to-reassure-our-communities-over-bonfire-night-period/ Four dispersal zones will be introduced in the Knowsley area today, Wednesday 5 November, as part of our ongoing work to reassure our communities over the Bonfire Night period. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:26:14 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-following-two-burglaries-in-wallasey/ A man has been arrested following two burglaries in Wallasey last month. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:27:15 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/man-arrested-and-haul-of-suspected-criminal-possessions-seized-in-bootle/ A strong smell of cannabis from a Bootle flat led officers to the discovery of a haul of suspected criminal possessions. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:05:42 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/continued-appeal-for-information-following-serious-collision-in-st-helens/ We continue to appeal for information following a serious collision in St Helens last night. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:14:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-ivy-anderton/ We are appealing on behalf of the coroner's office for help in tracing the next of kin of an 84 year-old woman. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:16 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/family-tribute-issued-to-daniel-cairney-following-fatal-collision-in-walton/ The family of Daniel Cairney, who died following a collision in Walton last week, have issued a tribute. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:45:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/two-men-arrested-in-wirral/ Officers are investigating a report that two men were in possession of a firearm in Wirral. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:42:24 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/emergency-services-deploy-tipper-trucks-to-rid-streets-of-rubbish-ahead-of-bonfire-night/ Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and Merseyside Police have come together to urge the public to enjoy Bonfire Night celebrations safely. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:05:41 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/more-than-200k-awarded-to-community-projects-tackling-violence-and-asb/ Merseyside Police and Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell are proud to announce the launch of a series of community-led initiatives funded through the Hotspot Action Fund, with more than £200,000 awarded to organisations working in key neighbourhoods to prevent and reduce serious violence and antisocial behaviour (ASB). Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:56:26 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/eight-anniversary-appeal-for-adam-ellison-after-he-was-murdered-in-prescot/ We are today, Tuesday 4 November, renewing our appeal for information on the eighth anniversary of the murder of Adam Ellison in Prescot. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:43:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/operation-evolve-man-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-everton/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a quantity of cannabis and nitrous oxide in Everton. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:28:10 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/wanted-rhys-jones/ We are appealing for information to help find a man from north Liverpool who is wanted after failing to appear in court. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:06:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/november-2025/next-of-kin-edward-middlehurst/ Can you help trace the next-of-kin of a man from St Helens who has passed away?   Edward Middlehurst, 79 years, of City Road in St Helens sadly died on Tuesday 28 October. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:57:44 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-following-incident-at-hill-dickinson-stadium-liverpool/ ** Update** We have charged a man following an incident at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool yesterday, Saturday 1 November. Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:10:43 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/update-following-road-traffic-collision-in-walton/ We can confirm that a man has sadly died following a road traffic collision in Walton yesterday afternoon, Friday 31 October. Sat, 01 Nov 2025 12:41:59 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-issued-in-wallasey-to-help-public-feel-safe/ We have tonight, Friday 31 October, issued a dispersal zone in Wallasey. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:31:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-whiston-to-reassure-residents/ We have introduced a dispersal zone into the Whiston area. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:25:48 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-to-combat-antisocial-behaviour-in-kirkby/ A dispersal zone will be introduced in Kirkby this afternoon (Friday 31 October) to tackle antisocial behaviour in the area. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:25:55 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/statement-on-serious-rtc-in-walton/ We can confirm that emergency services are in Walton following a serious RTC this afternoon, Friday 31 October. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:47:46 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/two-men-charged-following-incident-in-st-helens/ Two men have been charged with a series of offences today, Friday 31 October, following an incident in St Helens. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:29:22 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-following-warrant-in-tranmere-wirral/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of various offences following a warrant in Tranmere yesterday, Thursday 30 October. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:03:33 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-suspected-arson-in-kensington/ Detectives are appealing for information following a suspected arson in Kensington in the early hours of this morning, Friday 31 October. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:58:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/sharp-decrease-in-antisocial-in-behaviour-in-merseyside-on-first-night-of-operation-banger/ Merseyside Police has today, Friday 31 October, confirmed a decrease of 20 per cent in reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB) on the night of 30 October compared to last year. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:30:25 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/appeal-following-serious-collision-involving-two-cars-in-liverpool/ We are appealing for information following a report of a collision involving two cars in Stoneycroft on Wednesday evening, 8 October. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:36:31 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-netherton-over-halloween/ A dispersal zone will be introduced in Netherton this afternoon (Friday 31 October) to tackle antisocial behaviour in the area. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:34:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/two-dispersal-zones-introduced-in-wirral-as-we-continue-to-tackle-asb-head-on/ Two dispersal zones have this evening, Thursday 30 October, been introduced into areas of Wirral as we continue to tackle antisocial behaviour head-on. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:31:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/six-dispersal-zones-for-liverpool-as-we-continue-to-clampdown-on-antisocial-behaviour-and-disorder/ We have introduced six dispersal zones in keys areas across Liverpool as we continue to clampdown on those responsible for committing antisocial behaviour and disorder in  our communities. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:00:40 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zones-west-derby-village-and-springfield-park/ We have introduced dispersal zones in West Derby Village and the area around Springfield Park in West Derby. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:04:47 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/toxteth-man-charged-with-burglary-offences-committed-in-merseyside-and-cheshire/ Officers have arrested and charged a man following reports of burglaries in Merseyside and attempted burglary in Cheshire. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:36:13 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/six-dispersal-orders-in-sefton-so-everyone-stays-safe/ Six dispersal zones are in place in Sefton so everyone stays safe during the Halloween period. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:33:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-orders-to-keep-public-safe-this-halloween/ Four dispersal zones are in place so everyone stays safe in Knowsley this Halloween. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:52:32 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/trojan-bus-deployed-to-reduce-antisocial-behaviour/ Today, Thursday 30 October, Merseyside Police has announced the launch of Operation Trojan, a proactive initiative aimed at tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB) in the lead-up to Halloween and Bonfire Night. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:03:11 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/operation-evolve-male-arrested-and-large-amount-of-suspected-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-everton/ We have seized a large amount of suspected drugs and cash in Everton and arrested a male on suspicion of drugs offences. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:52:53 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-jailed-for-sexual-offences-in-liverpool/ A man has been jailed after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at a house in Broadgreen. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:22:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-in-claughton-charged-with-drug-offences/ We have charged a man from Claughton with Class A and B drugs offences after a large amount of cocaine was found in a safe. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:42:29 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/detectives-appeal-for-information-following-a-serious-collision-on-liverpool-road-knowsley/ We are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a serious collision in Knowsley last night, Monday 27 October. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 08:37:03 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/brave-survivors-share-open-letters-to-help-others-facing-domestic-abuse/ A group of courageous victim-survivors of domestic abuse have come together to share their personal experiences in the form of open letters, with the hope of helping others to recognise the early warning signs and seek support. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:14:09 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/road-closures-following-serious-collision-in-knowsley/ Road closures are in place following a serious road traffic collision in Knowsley this evening, Monday 27 October. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:06:30 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/cctv-appeal-following-hate-crime-in-liverpool/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who may be able to assist with their enquiries following reports of hate crime which occurred in Liverpool city centre. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:24:21 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-charged-with-offences-following-incident-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have charged a man with various offences following an incident in Liverpool city centre on Saturday, 25 October. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:45:23 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-after-drugs-and-cash-found-in-a-car-in--liverpool/ A man has been arrested after Class A drugs and cash were found in a car that was stopped on Hurst Street in Liverpool. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:58:51 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/investigation-underway-following-firearm-recovery-in-arrowe-park/ An investigation is underway following the recovery of a suspected firearm in a park in Wirral yesterday (Sunday 26 October). Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:39:54 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/pub-in-seaforth-has-licence-revoked-following-affray/ A pub in Seaforth has been closed down following a serious affray last month. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:48:56 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/section-60-put-in-place-in-southport/ Merseyside Police can confirm it will be policing a ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in Southport later today (Sunday 26 October). Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:08:39 Z http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/tackling-modern-slavery-and-exploitation-across-merseyside/ As part of ongoing efforts to combat modern slavery and exploitation, a series of coordinated enforcement visits and safeguarding operations have taken place across Merseyside, helping to protect and support those most at risk. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:41:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-introduced-due-to-antisocial-behaviour-in-formby/ This weekend, we are introducing a Section 34 dispersal zone in Formby following an increase in reports of antisocial behaviour, including the reckless use of fireworks. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:41:12 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-after-500000-worth-of-illegal-cigarettes-and-class-a-drugs-seized/ A 53-year-old man has been arrested and £500,000 worth of illegal cigarettes seized as part of ongoing efforts to tackle county lines drug dealing and organised crime. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:37:55 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-kirkby/ We are once again introducing a Section 34 dispersal zone in Kirkby following an increase in reports of antisocial behaviour involving fireworks. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:42:22 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-for-suspected-drug-dealing-in-liverpool/ A man has been arrested following suspected drug dealing with a large quantity of cannabis and drugs paraphernalia found in Liverpool. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:59:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/bikes-recovered-and-drugs-seized-during-op-gears-in-liverpool/ A day of Operation Gears action in Liverpool has resulted in a number of arrests, bike recoveries and suspected drugs seized. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:34:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-after-allegation-of-suspicious-behaviour-in-Southport/ We arrested a man following an allegation of suspicious behaviour in Southport on Monday afternoon (20 October). Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:50:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-following-burglary-in-liverpool-city-centre/ We have arrested a man on suspicion of burglary after an incident in Liverpool City Centre this morning, Thursday 23 October. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:07:25 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/large-cannabis-farm-seized-after-warrant-in-everton/ We have seized a large cannabis farm after a warrant was carried out at a premises in Everton. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:34:44 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/next-of-kin-appeal-christopher-thompson/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing to find the next of kin of Christopher Thompson, 57, of Rice Lane. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:21:43 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/operation-toxic---two-charged-with-drug-supply-offences-in-joint-investigation/ Detectives from our Operation Toxic team charged two people with drug supply offences as part of a joint investigation alongside Cheshire Constabulary. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:26:01 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/thirteen-people-charged-in-connection-with-conspiracy-to-smuggle-drugs-into-prisons/ Thirteen people have been charged following a joint investigation between Merseyside Police and HM Prison and Probation Service Serious Organised Crime Unit into a conspiracy to smuggle drugs into prisons. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:15:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-following-a-disturbance-in-formby/ A man has been arrested following a disturbance at a pub in Formby yesterday evening, Monday 20 October. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:12:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/appeal-following-bike-robbery-in-halewood/ We are appealing for information following a robbery where a 14-year-old boy’s bike was taken in Halewood on Sunday 19 October. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:21:31 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-arrested-following-collision-in-wallasey/ A man has been arrested following a collision involving a car and pedestrian in Wallasey this morning, Tuesday 21 October. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:10:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/two-males-arrested-following-reports-of-assault-in-wirral/ We have arrested two males following reports of an assault in Wirral today, Tuesday 21 October. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:03:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/wallasey-tunnel-slip-road-closed-following-concern-for-mans-safety/ ** UPDATE - 7. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:03:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/bootle-man-sentenced-to-12-years-for-sexual-offences/ We are welcoming the sentencing of a Bootle man to 12 years in prison in relation to sexual offences against a woman between 2023 and 2024. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:28:19 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/operation-evolve-four-arrested-and-machetes-cash-and-large-amount-of-suspected-drugs-seized-in-anfield/ We have seized a large amount of suspected Class A drugs, cash and two machetes in Anfield and arrested four men on suspicion of drugs and weapons offences. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:25:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/wanted-craig-porter/ Have you seen this man from Liverpool who is wanted on a recall to prison? Craig Porter, 43 years, has breached his licence conditions following his release after serving a sentence for domestic offences. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:59:41 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-charged-with-nine-offences-following-domestic-incident-in-sefton/ Detectives have charged a man with nine offences following a domestic incident in Sefton. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:36:42 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/next-of-kin-william-white/ Liverpool & Wirral Coroner’s Office is appealing to find the family of William White, aged 76, of Cherry Lane, Liverpool. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:43:43 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/further-three-teenagers-arrested-following-stabbing-in-pensby/ Officers have arrested a further three teenagers in connection with a stabbing in Pensby yesterday afternoon (Sunday 19 October). Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:17:18 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/appeal-following-serious-collision-in-bootle/ We are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a serious collision in Bootle earlier this month. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:27:46 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/appeal-following-stabbing-in-pensby/ We are appealing for information after reports a teenage male was assaulted in Pensby on Sunday afternoon (19 October). Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:15:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/dispersal-zone-introduced-in-kirkby-after-fireworks-incidents/ We have introduced a Section 34 dispersal zone in Kirkby following an increase in reports of antisocial behaviour involving fireworks. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:29:24 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/three-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-garston/ Three men were arrested by proactive patrols in Garston on Thursday night (16 October) and drugs, cash and large knives seized. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:15:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/mersyeside-police-working-with-both-clubs-ahead-of-liverpool-v-manchester-united-match/ Merseyside Police is working with Liverpool FC and Manchester United ahead of this Sunday’s (19 October) Premier League game at Anfield. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:06:26 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/standing-together-merseyside-police-and-partners-join-forces-to-tackle-hate-crime/ This week Merseyside Police and partners proudly supported ‘Hate Crime Awareness Week’, reaffirming our collective commitment to building a safer, more inclusive Merseyside. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:27:49 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/s35-dispersal-zone-introduced-in-formby/ We have issued a s35 dispersal zone around Duke Street park in Formby following an increase in reports of antisocial behaviour. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:27:16 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/re-appeal-for-information-following-fail-to-stop-collision-in--kirkby-which-left-teenager-with-life-changing-injuries/ We are today, Friday 17 October, re-appealing for information following a fail to stop collision in Kirkby which left a teenage boy with life-changing injuries. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:32:09 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/next-of-kin-kevin-mclaughlin/ Can you help Sefton Coroner’s Office trace the next-of-kin of a Southport man? Mr Kevin McLaughlin, aged 78, sadly passed away at his home in York Terrace on Tuesday 14 October. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:26:04 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/arrest-following-suspected-drug-dealing-in-garston/ Yesterday evening, Wednesday 15 October, officers arrested a man in connection with drug dealing in Garston after cocaine was found in his underwear. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:09:53 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/next-of-kin-alan-nugent/ Liverpool Coroner's Office is appealing for help to trace the next-of-kin of a man who has passed away. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:16:32 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/three-men-charged-following-shooting-in-kirkdale-in-july/ Three men have been charged with firearms and drugs offences following a shooting in Kirkdale earlier this year. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:50:10 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-82-dies-following-collision-between-car-and-pedestrian-in-st-helens/ We can confirm that a man who was involved in a road traffic collision in St Helens last night, Tuesday 14 October, has tragically died. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:02:00 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/fake-labubu-dolls-seized-in-liverpool-as-police-and-trading-standards-warn-of-safety-risks/ A number of fake Labubu dolls have been seized in Liverpool, as part of a joint operation between Merseyside Police and Trading Standards. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:28:15 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/arrest-following-drugs-and-zombie-knife-found-in-garston/ Three men were arrested following a stop search in Garston yesterday, Tuesday 14 October. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:33:36 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-has-been-charged-with-burglary-in-maghull/ Detectives have arrested and charged a man following house burglary in Maghull where a car was stolen. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:20:27 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/man-charged-with-cannabis-production-following-enquiries-in-wirral/ We have charged a man and seized a total of 193 cannabis plants and equipment in Wirral yesterday morning, Tuesday 14 October. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:24:57 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/appeal-following-collision-between-car-and-pedestrian-in-st-helens/ We are appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision between a pedestrian and a car in St Helens this evening, Tuesday 14 October. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:43:50 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/cctv-appeal-following-house-burglary-in-old-swan/ Detectives have issued a CCTV image of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a burglary of a house in Old Swan and a car was stolen. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:43:40 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/cctv-appeal-following-sexual-assault-in-seaforth/ Detectives investigating a sexual assault in Seaforth are issuing CCTV images of a man who may have information to assist ongoing enquiries. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 08:26:30 +0100 http://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/october-2025/operation-evolve-man-arrested-and-drugs-and-cash-seized-in-walton/ We have arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of drugs offences and seized a large quantity of drugs and cash in Walton. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:44:11 +0100