09/06/2015

Police Hunt Man Over 'Audacious And Calculated Assault' At Family Function

Merseyside Police have appealed for witnesses after a man was left critically injured in an attack on Sunday 07 June.

It is understood that the 35-year-old victim was attacked while attending a family function at Our Lady of Sorrows, on Pirrie Road, Walton. Police said that a man walked into the function room, stabbed the victim, and ran off.

The victim is currently in a critical but stable condition in hospital.

Detective Inspector Ian Warlow, said: "I would urge anyone who may be able to help us with our inquiries to come forward. The investigation is in its early stages and we are working to establish a motive for the attack. This was an audacious and calculated assault carried out during a family celebration, which resulted in a 35-year-old man suffering a serious injury." 

Crime Scene Investigators are currently carrying out forensic examinations at the scene and house-to-house inquiries are being carried out alongside visits to local shops in the area.

Anyone who may have information which could help the police with their inquiries is asked to contact detectives at St Anne Street police station on 0151 777 4065, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

(MH)

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