A road in Toxteth has been closed off by police due to a serious incident. Emergency service vehicles are present on Coltart Street, L8. The details of the incident are not yet clear, but Merseyside Police have been contacted for more information. Stay tuned for the latest updates, photos, and videos on this developing story.
At around 6:30 pm, officers responded to a report of a 14-year-old boy being attacked on Lodge Lane, near the junction with Coltart Street. The boy was struck on the head with a bladed weapon and has been taken to the hospital in serious condition. The suspects reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle, and police are currently investigating.
Despite some police vehicles leaving the area, several officers remain at the cordon on Coltart Street. The victim is currently in a serious but stable condition at the hospital. Police are still actively working within the cordon and focusing on the investigation.
Businesses near the cordon on Lodge Lane have closed, but traffic in the area remains heavy. Our reporter, Megan, is on the scene at Coltart Street and will provide live updates as the situation unfolds. Stay connected for more details as they become available.