Merseyside Police have arrested two people after a man was stabbed in the Old Swan area of Liverpool on Sunday morning. A 50-year-old man was taken to hospital with injuries to his arm and face following the incident on Moscow Drive.
A 54-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent, and a 76-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. Both individuals are currently in police custody for questioning.
Key Takeaways
- A 50-year-old man was stabbed on Moscow Drive, Old Swan, around 11:10 am.
- The victim sustained injuries to his arm and face and was transported to hospital.
- A 54-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding with intent.
- A 76-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice.
- Police have established a cordon and are appealing for witnesses.
Emergency Services Respond to Incident
Merseyside Police were called to Moscow Drive at approximately 11:10 am on Sunday. The alert came from the North West Ambulance Service, whose paramedics were already at the scene treating a man for stab wounds.
Upon arrival, officers, including armed police, established a cordon on the street near the Esso Garage on Queens Drive. Forensic officers, also known as scientific support, were later seen conducting investigations at a property within the cordoned-off area.
In addition to police and ambulance services, an official from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service was also observed at the scene, entering and leaving the property under inspection.
Incident Timeline and Details
- Time of Report: Approximately 11:10 am, Sunday.
- Location: Moscow Drive, Old Swan, Liverpool.
- Victim: A 50-year-old male.
- Injuries: Stab wounds to the arm and face.
- Emergency Response: Merseyside Police (including armed officers), North West Ambulance Service, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service.
Two People Taken into Custody
Following the initial response, Merseyside Police confirmed that two arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing. A 54-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding with intent.
A second individual, a 76-year-old woman, was also arrested. She is being held on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. Police have confirmed that both suspects remain in custody where they will be questioned by detectives.
Understanding the Charges
Section 18 Wounding with Intent: This is a serious offence under the Offences against the Person Act 1861. It involves unlawfully and maliciously causing grievous bodily harm to another person with the intent to do so.
Perverting the Course of Justice: This offence involves any act that interferes with the administration of public justice. It can include actions such as concealing evidence or providing false information to the police.
Witnesses Report Hearing Arguments
Residents living near Moscow Drive reported hearing a disturbance before the emergency services arrived. One neighbour told reporters they heard shouting and arguing in the street at around 11 am.
The resident stated, "There was a lot of arguing, a lot of people arguing." They added that police presence is common in the area, saying, "Police are always here, you become desensitised to it all. I didn't even look out the window."
Another local resident mentioned hearing a loud "bang" in the street just before the police arrived on the scene shortly after 11 am.
Police Appeal for Information
Detectives investigating the incident are urging anyone with information to come forward. They are particularly interested in any video footage that may have captured the event.
Detective Inspector Neil Dillon of Merseyside Police issued a statement highlighting the seriousness of knife crime.
"The use of knives has devastating consequences, not only for the victim and their family but also for the offenders involved. Although two arrests have been made, we urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or captured the incident on dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage which may be vital to the case to please get in touch."
The police investigation is ongoing, and the cordon on Moscow Drive remains in place while officers continue their work. Authorities have not yet released an update on the condition of the 50-year-old victim.