Man hospitalised with serious face and arm injuries in Toxteth
An investigation has been launched after the incident last night
Last updated 23rd May 2026
A man in his 20s has been taken to hospital following a serious facial injury in Toxteth on Friday (22/5).
Emergency services responded to reports just after 6:15 pm of the man on Asbridge Street, with a deep slash wound to his face.
Paramedics treated the man's injuries to his face and arm before transporting him to hospital.
Authorities have initiated an investigation, conducting forensic examinations and reviewing CCTV footage in the area, specifically on Asbridge Street and Cawdor Street.
Detective Inspector Richard Shillito commented, stating, "We are in the early stages of an investigation to establish exactly what happened on Asbridge Street and the surrounding area earlier yesterday evening.
"We are appealing to witnesses to contact police if they saw anything suspicious in the area at around 6:15pm.
"Similarly, if you live on Asbridge Street and have any doorbell footage from 6:15pm, please contact police. This information could be vital to our investigation."
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or through the Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook.
Reports can also be submitted through the Merseyside Police website's crime reporting page or by calling 101, referencing incident number 26000406735.
Alternatively, individuals can reach out to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 or through their website.