Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday 11th March 2025, at 23:10hrs
A man in his 30s is in hospital with serious but stable injuries after being stabbed multiple times in Walton on Tuesday evening.
Merseyside Police are appealing for information and investigating a potential link to an earlier assault in the same area.
Officers were first called to an alleyway off Roxburgh Street and Delamore Street at approximately 5.20pm following reports of a man being assaulted by a group of males wielding what witnesses described as poles or bats.
A 57-year-old man from Walton was arrested at the scene on suspicion of affray, possession of an offensive weapon, and resisting arrest. He is currently in custody for questioning.
Shortly after, at 6pm, emergency services were dispatched to a house on Ruskin Street where a man in his 30s was found with multiple stab wounds.
The victim had entered the property seeking assistance. He was taken to hospital for treatment to slash wounds on his leg, back, and hand.
Detective Chief Inspector Ben Dyer stated that the victim’s injuries were “extensive” and that the attack appeared to be “targeted.” He assured residents that increased police activity would be present in the area over the coming days.
“Our enquiries into this incident are at a very early stage, but based on our initial assessment of the circumstances, we believe this was a targeted attack carried out by a number of males,” said Det Chief Insp Dyer.
“The injuries sustained by the victim are extensive and it will no doubt come as a huge shock to those living on Ruskin Street and the surrounding area.
They can expect to see increased police activity in the coming days, and I urge residents to come forward with any information or concerns they may have.”
Police are currently conducting extensive enquiries to establish any connection between the initial assault on Roxburgh and Delamore Streets and the subsequent stabbing on Ruskin Street.
This includes speaking to witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage.
Det Chief Insp Dyer reiterated the force’s commitment to tackling knife crime, emphasizing the devastating impact it has on victims and communities.
“Knife crime leaves victims and their families traumatised and can ruin the lives of offenders too.
Our work to prevent the harm it can bring to our communities goes on 365 days a year – through warrants, stop searches and land searches we are proactive in our efforts to remove knives and those who use them from Merseyside’s streets,” he said.
Anyone with information about either incident is urged to contact Merseyside Police via social media on X (@MerPolCC) or Facebook (‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’). Alternatively, they can call 101 quoting incident reference 809 of 11 March, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
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