Merseyside Police launch murder investigation in Woolton
A 47 year old man died from injuries he suffered in a crash on Friday night
Last updated 20th Apr 2025
A man from Liverpool has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Woolton.
Merseyside Police believe a 47 year old died in hospital after being hit by a car in Stonyhurst Road at around 11.45pm on Friday 18 April.
A 41-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
Officers are continuing to carry out enquiries at the scene - and they are also appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact Merseyside Police using the log number 951 of 19th April.
Detective Inspector Katie Coote from Merseyside Police said:
“Our investigation into this incident is in its very early stages, but it does appear the car was deliberately driven at the man.
“People who live on the road came to his aid but despite their best efforts and those of paramedics, he sadly passed away in hospital.
“Our thoughts remain with his family at this tragic time and specially trained officers are supporting them.
“We have launched an investigation into what happened and we have already arrested a suspect and seized the car we believe was involved.
“Our officers are continuing to carry out inquiries at the scene and studying CCTV footage to establish the full circumstances.
“I appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident and any residents living locally who might have CCTV showing the incident, to please get in touch.
“Every piece of information is vitally important to our investigation and could help us establish what happened so we can provide answers for his family.”
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