Man 'covered in blood' after being slashed across face by gang

A man in his 20s was attacked and slashed across the face by a gang.

Police were called to Granams Croft in Netherton at around 2.30pm on Sunday, June 16 to reports a group of four or five males had assaulted a man and slashed him across the cheek. The man's money and mobile phone were also stolen during the incident.

A witness said the man was working as a delivery driver in the area when he was attacked. The witness described seeing him being put into the back of an ambulance "covered in blood".

He was taken to hospital where he is currently receiving treatment. The offenders ran off on foot and on bikes from the scene, police said.

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A police cordon was seen in place as police and paramedics worked at the scene. Forensic investigations are being carried out in the area and CCTV footage is being examined.

Detectives are appealing for anyone with information to contact them. Detective Inspector Gary Stratton said: “This was a frightening robbery and the victim will require surgery for his injury.

"He is receiving the full support of officers. We are continuing with enquiries into this incident, and I would appeal to those who witnessed the robbery who we haven’t already spoken to please contact us.

“I would also ask people who live in the area or motorists driving by to check your dashcam or CCTV footage for four or five males fleeing from the scene.”

Detective Inspector Stratton added: “Reducing knife crime in Merseyside is a priority all year round. Our officers are committed in removing anyone who stores, carries and uses weapons through proactive use of stop and search powers, open land searches, warrants and education work alongside partners.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, DM @MerPolCC or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 24000533119.

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