Teenager dies and second hurt in Ormskirk stabbing

The attack happened in the town centre just after midnight

Aerial view of Ormskirk town centre
Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 29th Jul 2023

A teenager's died and another's been injured in a stabbing in Ormskirk, Lancashire.

The attack happened in Railway Road in the town centre just after midnight this morning (Saturday 29th July).

Emergency services were called to reports of a fight involving a number of males.

A 19 year old died from stab wounds he suffered - and another person of the same age is receiving treatment in hospital.

His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Two men have been arrested, also both 19, on suspicion of affray and they remain in custody.

A spokesperson from Lancashire Police said:

"Our officers attended Railway Road, Ormskirk, at 12.05am today (July 29) to reports of an ongoing disturbance.

"A 19-year-old was found a short distance away with stab injuries. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he sadly died later in hospital.

"A second 19-year-old was also treated for stab injuries. He has been taken to hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening. A 19-year-old man from Liverpool and a 19-year-old man from Maghull have been arrested on suspicion of affray.

"They remain in custody at this time.

"A significant area within the town centre has been secured as a crime scene.

"Anyone with information or footage is asked to call 101, quoting log 0006 of July 29, 2023."

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