Two hospitalised after scissor attack in St Helens
It happened near a fishing pond in Thatto Heath
Last updated 16th Jul 2024
Detectives are appealing for information following an assault in Thatto Heath yesterday, Monday 15 July.
At around 1.30pm, it was reported that two men in their 20s had been assaulted at The Cleg fishing pond close to Nutgrove Hall Drive.
The men were taken to hospital for treatment to injuries believed to have been inflicted with scissors. One sustained injuries to his arms and legs, and the second injuries to his back. They are in a stable condition.
Detective Inspector Jimmy Rotheram said: “Extensive enquiries have been ongoing since yesterday, including forensic, CCTV and house-to-house.
“At this stage we believe that this was a targeted attack following an earlier altercation near to The Cleg fishing pond. We are keen to speak to anyone with information, or who saw the incident or saw two males making off from the area.
"Your information, images or footage could be vital in establishing what happened and who was involved.
“Thankfully both victims are recovering but the consequences could have been devastating, and we are determined to find those responsible and put them before the courts.”