Police make third arrest in 24 hours in connection with murder of Olivia Pratt-Korbel
A 29-year-old man is being questioned on suspicion of assisting an offender
Last updated 5th Sep 2022
Detectives investigating the murder of nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel in Liverpool have made a third arrest within 24 hours.
On Sunday afternoon, police raided two properties in the city and arrested a 29-year-old man on suspicion of assisting an offender.
The suspect remains in custody where he is being questioned by officers.
Earlier today, Merseyside Police confirmed that they had arrested two other men in relation to the murder of Olivia, who was shot dead in her own home in Dovecot two weeks ago.
They were arrested in the Runcorn area in the early hours of this morning.
A 34-year-old man from Liverpool is being questioned on suspicion of murder and attempted murder, and a 41-year-old man from Knowsley has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both men are in police custody.
Detective Chief Superintendent and Head of Investigations, Mark Kameen, said: "I continue to urge anyone who has information that can help our investigation into Olivia’s tragic murder to please come forward so we can bring those responsible to justice.
"A number of people have been arrested in respect of this investigation. However, we still need the public’s help in ensuring that we can a build a strong evidential picture so justice is served for Olivia and her family.
"With this, I appeal for those who may have information, no matter how small, that could continue to help our inquiries to contact us directly or anonymously and we will do the rest".
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