Teenager stabbed in Boxing Day attack in Heswall
Police are searching for two men
Last updated 27th Dec 2024
A teenager has been taken to hospital following a stabbing on Boxing Day in Heswall.
Police shut off part of Telegraph Road at around 19:45GMT on Thursday (26 December).
A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with injuries to his back, which are not believed to be life-threatening.
Detectives are now searching for two men, believed to have been seen running away from the scene of the attack.
Officers are looking at CCTV footage and carrying out forensic investigations in the area.
Merseyside Police are also asking to speak to any witnesses.
Detective Inspector Peter Rexwinkel said. “We are in the early stages of the investigation to establish the circumstances of what has taken place.
“I would appeal to anyone who was in the vicinity of the Harry Beswick pub and Marks & Spencer on Telegraph Road and had seen or heard anything, or two males acting suspiciously, to come forward and speak to us.
“I also urge people in the area to check your CCTV and dashcam footage to see if it has captured any footage, no matter how small, as any information may help with the investigation.”
Detective Inspector Rexwinkel added: “Reducing knife crime is a priority all year round in Merseyside.
"We are committed to proactively use stop and search powers, carry out open land searches, warrants and education work alongside partners to remove weapons from the streets.
“While we are making positive progress, we understand the devastating consequences of carrying a knife and are relentless in our approach to targeting and pursuing criminals.
“The use of knives and any weapons is reckless and will not be tolerated, and can have tragic consequences, not only for the victim and their family but also for the offenders involved.
“I would urge people to educate themselves and speak to their children and family members about the dangers of knife crime.
“There is no place for knives in our communities. I would urge anyone with information to get in touch so we can act on community intelligence or call Crimestoppers anonymously.”