Merseyside Police detectives are appealing for information following a robbery in Otterspool Park that has left a boy seriously injured.
Two 15-year-olds were riding a Sur-ron E bike on the promenade on Sunday evening when they were approached by two masked men who assaulted them and stole the E-bike.
One of the victims had to be taken to hospital following his injuries after the bike was forcibly taken from him.
Police have issued an image of the stolen bike and are appealing for witnesses who were on the promenade on Sunday afternoon and evening. Anyone who has seen the bike or has any information should get in touch with Merseyside police.
Detective Inspector Michael Fletcher said: “This was a frightening attack on two young boys that has left one of them with several injuries after their bike was stolen.
“We simply will not stand by and allow people to harm and threaten the safety of others in our community.
“The bike is described as a purple, yellow and orange patterned Sur-ron E-bike and extensive enquiries are ongoing to locate this and the people responsible.”
Det Insp Fletcher asked anyone who was on Otterspool Promenade near Festival Gardens Sunday at around 4pm and saw this incident then please come forward. Similarly if you have seen the bike pictured recently in the area or for sale online please contact police.
“Please tell us what you know about this incident and we’ll take positive action to remove those who cause such violence in our communities from our streets.”
Anyone with any information should contact Merseyside police via @MerPolCC on Twitter or Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook, with reference 23001192200.
Information can also be passed on anonymously via crime stoppers by calling 0800 555 111, or contact them via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.
