A major road was closed after a man was stabbed as a robber tried to steal his bike.
Bridge Road in Brighton-le-Sands, Sefton, was sealed off by police this afternoon after the stabbing. Merseyside Police said it was called to the area at around 1.45pm to reports a man had been stabbed as a robber had attempted to steal his bike.
The victim suffered from injuries to his face and arm and has been taken to hospital for treatment. Following a search of the area, an 18-year-old man from Seaforth was arrested on suspicion of wounding and robbery. He was taken into custody for questioning.
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Detective Inspector Gavin Mulcahy said: “We are in the very early stages of an investigation after a man was stabbed following an attempted robbery on Bridge Road.
“Although an arrest has been made, our enquiries continue, and we’d still urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or captured the incident on dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage which may be vital to the case.”
DI Mulcahy added: “Our officers are committed in removing anyone who stores, carries and uses weapons through proactive use of stop and search powers, open land searches, warrants and education work alongside partners.
“The use of knives and any weapons is reckless and will not be tolerated, and can have devastating consequences, not only for the victim and their family but also for the offenders involved.
“I would urge people to educate themselves and speak to their children and family members about the dangers of knife crime.
“We continue to seek out those involved in knife crime, enticing young and vulnerable people to carry weapons or involved in gangs.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, DM @MerPolCC or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 491 of 30 March.
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