Liverpool stabbing in city centre leads to man’s death
Paramedics were called to Hanover Street around 4am this morning and road closures are still in place
A MAN has been stabbed to death in Liverpool city centre.
Paramedics were called to Hanover Street around 4am this morning and road closures are still in place.
The 20-year-old was rushed to hospital after the incident but later passed away.
Merseyside police released a statement saying that the street was still closed.
A spokesman said: "Officers and North West Ambulance Service were called to Hanover Street, Liverpool City Centre at around 4am following reports that a 20 year old man has received injuries consistent with a knife wound.
"Paramedics took the victim to hospital, however he later died from his injuries."
At this time, Hanover Street and Wood Street remain closed whilst officers continue their forensic investigation and carry out witness and CCTV enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the incident.
Public bus route diversions are also likely to be in place, so please check before travelling in or around the City Centre.
Detective Superintendent Lee Turner said: "Knife crime will not be tolerated in Merseyside and those caught carrying a weapon will be brought to justice.
"Carrying or using any dangerous weapon does not offer protection and in fact often puts you and those around you at more risk. These weapons can have severe consequences and we will not stand for this criminal behaviour."
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