Teenager seriously hurt after stabbing in Kirkby

Merseyside Police are appealing for information following an assault in Kirkby yesterday, Monday 30 October.

Published 1st Nov 2016

A 16 year old boy is in a serious condition in hospital after he was stabbed in a Kirkby street

At about 4.45pm on Monday, officers were called to James Holt Avenue to a report that a 16-year-old male had stab wounds to his arm and abdomen. He has been taken to hospital and is described as being in a serious but stable condition.

A group of offenders may have left the scene in a black car, although conflicting reports suggest they were seen running off.

A scene was in place to allow for forensic investigations to take place and CCTV opportunities are being explored.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call Knowsley CID on 0151 777 6225 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.