Two children injured in scrambler bike collision in Huyton
Police are asking for dashcam or CCTV footage of the incident
Police are asking for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision between a scrambler bike and a car in Huyton left two children with serious injuries.
Officers were called to Longview Drive at 5.25pm last night after reports that a scrambler bike with two boys, aged 13 and 12, collided with a bronze-coloured Peugeot 3008.
Emergency services attended the scene and the boys were taken to hospital for treatment for serious leg injuries. Their condition is described as serious but stable, and their injuries are not life-threatening.
The driver of the car stopped at the scene and is helping police with their enquiries.
Longview Drive was temporarily closed between Hurst Park Drive and York Road while emergency teams worked at the scene, but the road has now reopened.
Appeal for footage
Chief Inspector Tom Welch urged anyone with information to come forward.
“This was a serious collision that has left two young males needing treatment in hospital.
“We are keen to hear from anyone who saw what happened or was driving in the area and could have captured dashcam of the incident. Likewise, if you live nearby and have doorbell or CCTV that could’ve captured the collision or the moments before it, please do get in touch," Welch said.
Police campaign against illegal bikes
The incident comes under Operation Gears, Merseyside Police’s campaign focused on tackling the illegal use of electric bikes, e-scooters, and off-road motorcycles. The operation aims to reduce serious crimes, robberies, and antisocial behaviour linked to these vehicles.
Welch highlighted the importance of preventing such behaviour.
“Our teams will continue to proactively act on information which identifies the illegal use of such bikes, and we have a range of tactics at our disposal to track and locate them.
“Any information you hold about them being ridden antisocially will help us not only prevent them from causing a menace in our communities but protect all road users including those riding these bikes.
“In addition, we have targeted, high visibility patrols in those areas the public tell us they have seen the use of such bikes and they will continue all year round,” Welch said.
Anyone with information can contact Merseyside Police or share details via Crimestoppers anonymously.