Man arrested after teenage girl shot in Toxteth
The 17-year-old spent time in hospital last month
A man has been arrested after a teenage girl was shot inside a home in Toxteth last month.
At around 12.55am on Thursday 12th March, armed officers were called to Lime Grove, off Lodge Lane, following reports a 17-year-old girl had been injured.
The shooting happened inside a residential property.
The victim was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.
Arrest made
A 20-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on Wednesday 15th April.
He is suspected of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life or enable another to do so.
He is also suspected of possession of an offensive weapon in a private place after a machete was found during a search of a property linked to him.
The man is further suspected of section 18 wounding with intent.
He remains in custody to be questioned by detectives.
Police statement
Detective Inspector Chris Clark said: “I hope the arrest of a suspect reassures our communities that we are relentless in our pursuit of those involved in gun crime.
“A man is now in custody and he will be questioned by detectives about what happened.
“I want to take this opportunity to highlight that the use of firearms in Merseyside has decreased significantly in the last 15 years.
“In 2025, we saw the lowest total of shootings in Merseyside (20) since 1998 (15) and so far this year we have seen three incidents.
“However, we understand the devastation that one firearm can cause in our communities, and we use all available powers to target and bring to justice those who supply, store, possess and use firearms.
“Information provided by local people affected by gin crime is vital in reducing the threat, risk and harm. We urge anyone with information to come forward to police, anonymously via Crimestoppers, or by speaking to local authorities.
“Although we have now made an arrest, we are still appealing for anyone with information about this incident to come forward. Similarly, if you have any other information about gun crime in your area, then please let us know and we will investigate.”
Investigation continues
An investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Merseyside Police via social media or by calling 101.
Information can also be reported online via the Merseyside Police website.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.