Police issue update after girl injured in 'targeted' machete attack

Police have issued an update after a girl was reportedly attacked with a machete.

The 16-year-old girl was outside Londos on Prescot Road in Fairfield when the attack happened at around 9pm on April 28. Shocking CCTV footage seen by the ECHO, which we have chosen not to share, shows the girl walking with two friends near a bus stop.

In the video, her assailant creeps up behind the group and strikes the girl with a weapon, before fleeing the scene on a bike. The ECHO understands the weapon used was a machete. The girl reportedly sustained head injuries in the attack, and was taken to hospital. She is said to be in a stable condition.

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A 19-year-old man from Old Swan and a 14-year-old boy from Kensington were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. In an update today, Tuesday, April 30, both men have been conditionally bailed.

Detective Chief Inspector Tony Roberts of Merseyside Police said: "We understand the shock and worry that such a serious incident of violence will cause to the community, and we'd encourage people to speak to officers in the area if they know anything. Two people are in custody as we look to establish the circumstances of what we believe was a targeted attack.

"Although this will have been an extremely traumatic incident, both for the victim and any witnesses, we are hopeful that she will make a full recovery. If you saw what happened or anyone making off on a bike at the time, check your devices and pass on any information as soon as possible. We will continue to take action to find those responsible."

Anyone with information is asked to contact @MerPolCC, 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with reference 24000390955.

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