Man arrested in connection with Toxteth café shooting
Suspect arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following incident in Toxteth
A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting at a café on Lodge Lane in Toxteth last week.
Officers were called to the scene at about 5pm on Friday 19th June after shots were fired inside the premises.
A man in his 20s suffered a gunshot wound in the attack and has since been released from hospital.
The suspect has been conditionally bailed while authorities conduct further inquiries into the incident.
Detective Inspector Chris Clark commented on the investigation: “I hope the arrest of a suspect reassures our communities that our ongoing investigation continues to gather pace. We are determined to find those responsible and our inquiries continue.
We believe this was a targeted attack against this individual, who was chased on foot prior to entering the café. For the person carrying the gun to then open fire, with other people inside the building, is extremely reckless and could have had far worse consequences.
Information provided by local people affected by gun 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.”
For more information, contact Merseyside Police using the social media desk on X or Facebook @MerPolCC, via the police website, or by calling 101.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously at 0800 555 111 or through their website.
In case of an emergency, dial 999.