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Teenager stabbed in the face on night out in Southport
MERSEYSIDE Police are investigating an incident that
took place during Halloween Night. In the very early hours of 1 November
2015, at around 1.25am, a 19 year old male was stabbed in the face. The
stabbing is said to have happened in the area around the Esplanade, next to
the junction of the Morrison's car park entrance, and between the amusement
park and Dunes, Splash World. We are told that the victim was taken to
hospital following this horrific attack and Police acted quickly to cordon
off the area, for forensic examination. It is also reported that the victim
had been out with family enjoying the Halloween events.
Detective Inspector Cheryl Rhodes said that:- "The area
would have been busy with people celebrating Halloween last night and we
would urge anyone who may have witnessed anything that might help our
investigation to contact Police. Any information, no matter how small it may
seem, could prove vital. We want to reassure people that this is not a
normal occurrence in Southport and we are pursuing all leads to catch
whomever is responsible." Anyone who witnessed the incident or has
any information is asked to call Sefton CID on:- 0151 777 3460 or
Crimestoppers, anonymously, on:- 0800 555 111.
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