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Machete-Stab Attack on Prescot Flat Leaves Man Hospitalised
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Incident Overview
Emergency services were called to Fairhurst Terrace on Scotchbarn Lane in Prescot at around 2.20 pm on September 20 after reports of a disturbance. Police found a man in his 20s with severe stab wounds consistent with a bladed weapon and noted extensive blood on the walls and bedroom. A resident said two balaclava-clad men entered the flat armed with a machete, left the weapon at the scene, and fled by jumping over a fence onto St James Road. The victim was taken to Whiston Hospital for treatment; his condition remained under assessment.
Police Response
Merseyside Police described the incident as a “targeted attack” and established a cordon around the property. Detectives conducted door-to-door enquiries on nearby Lavender Crescent and appealed for witnesses who may have seen the attackers leave on foot or in a vehicle at the time of the assault. Detective Inspector Leanne Toole emphasized the impact on local residents and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Public Appeal
Authorities provided multiple reporting channels: the force’s social-media desk on X or Facebook (@MerPolCC), the online reporting form at merseyside.police.uk, or by calling 101 and quoting incident reference 26000772391. The independent charity Crimestoppers also accepts anonymous tips via 0800 555 111 or its website.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We initially believe that this was a targeted attack which took place inside a premises. Nonetheless, I completely recognise the impact this might have on people in the area when hearing what has happened, especially those neighbours who may have heard or seen something.” — Detective Inspector Leanne Toole (Police description of the attack)
