An 18-year-old man has been arrested following a serious assault at a house party in Huyton that left another 18-year-old with a potentially life-changing injury. Merseyside Police were called in the early hours of Saturday, September 27, after the victim sought help in a nearby pub.
The incident is believed to have occurred at a property on Colin Close during an 18th birthday celebration. The injured man remains in hospital, while a police investigation is ongoing.
Key Takeaways
- An 18-year-old man was seriously injured at a house party in Huyton, reportedly having his hand severed.
- The victim ran to the nearby Stanley Arms pub on Roby Road to get help.
- Merseyside Police have arrested another 18-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.
- A 17-year-old girl also sustained a minor hand injury during the same incident.
- A significant police presence, including forensic officers, has been maintained at the scene on Colin Close.
Police Called to Pub After Serious Assault
Merseyside Police confirmed they responded to a call from the Stanley Arms pub on Roby Road in Huyton at approximately 12:20 am on Saturday, September 27. Upon arrival, officers found an 18-year-old male with a severe hand injury.
According to witness reports, the man had entered the pub just as staff were preparing to close for the night. One witness described the scene, stating the victim's hand was "clean off" when he came in seeking assistance. The pub remained closed on Saturday to allow for a professional cleaning of the premises.
A spokesperson for The Stanley Arms said: “On Friday night our team were called on to help a local member of the community who came into our venue after closing time seeking help for a serious injury. Emergency services were called and the individual received treatment.”
Paramedics treated the man at the scene before transporting him to hospital, where he continues to receive care for what police have described as a "potentially life-changing" injury.
Investigation Focuses on House Party
The investigation quickly led officers to a residential property on Colin Close, a short distance from the pub. Neighbours informed reporters that a house on the street had been hosting an 18th birthday party on the night of Friday, September 26. An 18th birthday banner was visible on the front door of the property.
Incident Details
- Date of Incident: Night of Friday, September 26 / Early hours of Saturday, September 27, 2025.
- Police Called: 12:20 am, Saturday, September 27.
- Location of Assault: Believed to be a house on Colin Close, Huyton.
- Location Victim Found: The Stanley Arms pub, Roby Road, Huyton.
One neighbour reported seeing a large group of young people gathered in an alleyway that runs behind the houses on Colin Close, connecting Roby Road and Lawton Road. He stated he saw "more than 10" individuals in the alley shortly after midnight while watching television.
Despite the serious nature of the assault, the neighbour described the area as typically "quiet" and noted that the rest of the night was calm. Police have established a crime scene at the Colin Close address, with forensic and scientific support officers conducting detailed examinations of the property and surrounding area throughout the weekend.
Arrest Made and Second Victim Identified
Merseyside Police have confirmed that an 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident. He was taken into custody on suspicion of Section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent and Section 18 wounding with intent.
Authorities also revealed that a second person, a 17-year-old girl, suffered a minor hand injury during the same event. She did not require hospitalisation. The arrested male remains in custody for questioning as the investigation continues.
Understanding the Charges
A Section 18 offence, under the Offences against the Person Act 1861, refers to causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent. It is the most serious form of assault short of murder and carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. The charge indicates that the prosecution believes the suspect intended to cause very serious injury.
Evidence of the incident was visible at the scene on Colin Close, where dry blood was seen on the door frame and doorstep of the house under investigation. The significant police presence, which extended from Saturday into Monday, underscores the seriousness of the assault.
Community Reaction and Ongoing Investigation
The incident has caused concern among local residents in what is generally considered a quiet neighbourhood. The large police cordon and forensic activity throughout the weekend drew significant attention.
A witness who was at the Stanley Arms described the chaotic moments when the injured man arrived. "There was blood everywhere and the pub was seconds away from locking the doors when he ran in," the person told the Liverpool Echo. Another witness stated the man had "part of his arm hacked off."
Merseyside Police are continuing to appeal for information from anyone who may have been at the party or in the vicinity of Colin Close and Roby Road around midnight on Friday. Detectives are working to piece together the sequence of events that led to the violent assault.
The focus of the investigation remains on gathering witness statements and analysing forensic evidence collected from both the house on Colin Close and the Stanley Arms pub. The condition of the victim remains a primary concern for his family and the authorities.