Teenager 'stabbed' at Liverpool's Kings Dock

Merseyside Police say an investigation is underway following an incident near to the big wheel by Kings Dock last night (Monday, 19 July), which resulted in a 15-year-old boy receiving two cuts to his head.

Officers were called at approximately 9pm to reports of a stabbing. It is believed that the victim was assaulted by a group of approximately five youths who then ran off. One of the males is thought to have been armed with a knife.

The victim has been taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries, which are not believed to be serious.

Earlier this evening a dispersal zone was put in place in the area following incidents of anti-social behaviour at Wild Shore water park.

Acting Chief Inspector Geoff Stewart, said:

"The behaviour we have seen this evening is appalling. We have stepped up patrols in the area and a dispersal zone is now in place. There is no place for this type of behaviour and I would appeal to parents to make sure they know where their children are and what they are doing. The young people involved in this incident and the earlier incident of anti-social behaviour at the Wild Shore water park are spoiling the facilities on offer for other young people, visitors and residents to the city.

"The victim in this incident thankfully has not suffered serious injuries, but it is deeply distressing for him and his family. I would appeal to anyone who may have information in relation to this come forward and help us find the people responsible."

The Dispersal Zone that has been put in place covers the area bounded in the map and includes: The River Mersey; St Nicholas Place; George Dock Gates; The Strand; James Street; Lord Street; Paradise Street; Wapping; Queens Wharf; Keel Wharf; Monarch's Quay and Halftide Wharf.

The order, which comes under Section 34 of the Anti-Social Behaviour & Policing Act 2014, gives police officers and police community support traffic officers powers to direct people they suspect are causing or likely to cause crime, nuisance or anti-social behaviour to members of the public to leave a designated area and not return for up to 48 hours.

Under the legislation, officers have the power to seize any item used in the commission of anti-social behaviour.

Should a person who has previously been directed to leave the area return, an offence would be committed, which they may ultimately be arrested for.

Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to DM @MerPolCC, message ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook’ or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 with reference 1169 of 19 July.

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