The Latest Breaking News from Merseyside Police

Southport stabbing: What led to the spread of disinformation?

Disinformation about the suspect’s religion leads to a rise in Islamophobia and anti-migrant anger.

Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2024

17-year-old Charged With Murder Of 3 Girls In UK Knife Attack

A 17-year-old male was charged on Thursday with the murder of three girls and the attempted murder of 10 more people in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, UK prosecutors said.

International Business Times · Aug 1, 2024

Boy, 17, charged with murder after three children killed and eight injured in Southport knife rampage

Teenager to appear at Liverpool City Magistrates’ Court on Thursday

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024

Humza Yousaf calls for English Defence League to be made terrorist organisation

Humza Yousaf has called on the English Defence League to be proscribed as a terrorist organisation following last night's riot in Southport.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 31, 2024

How lies and disinformation about Southport knife attack suspect led to riots

False claims about suspect’s identity were seen by millions of people on social media prior to the unrest

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024

Almost 40 officers injured following riot in Southport after deaths of three girls

ALMOST 40 police officers suffered serious injuries when bricks, stones and bottles were thrown and cars set alight during violent protests in…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 31, 2024

Four Southport rioters arrested and 'more will follow' after 53 police officers injured

Injuries included fractures, lacerations, a suspected broken nose, a concussion, and serious facial injuries

Evening Standard · Jul 31, 2024

Far-right protesters target Southport mosque, clash with UK police

Merseyside Police urge end to speculation over 17-year-old suspect arrested over Monday’s fatal attack on dance class.

Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2024

Police clash with far-right mob outside Southport mosque after knife killings

Home secretary Yvette Cooper describes the riots perpetrated by a far-right protesters as a ‘total disgrace’

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024

'Thuggery' condemned after officers injured in violent protest following Southport stabbings

Stones and bottles were launched at officers and police riot vans were attacked

Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2024