Man Arrested in Netherton After Public Knife Incident
A 24-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly brandishing a kitchen knife in public on Glovers Lane, Netherton, early Saturday morning.
Merseyside Police responded to reports at around 8 a.m. on June 21 that a man was waving a knife in the street near the junction with St Jerome’s Way. According to witnesses, the man was seen pacing while holding the knife above his head before placing it into a bag.
Arrest and Charges
Responding officers arrived within minutes and arrested the suspect by 8:10 a.m. A search led to the discovery and seizure of two kitchen knives, which have since been sent for forensic analysis.
The suspect, a local Netherton resident, has been charged with affray, possession of a bladed article in a public place, and a public order offence. No injuries were reported, and no direct threats were made, but the event caused significant concern in the community.
Detective Inspector John Holden said: “Officers deployed made a swift arrest, and our investigation will seek to establish the full circumstances. While no verbal threats were made, the presence of a knife understandably caused alarm to the public.”
Community Safety Efforts
This incident forms part of Merseyside Police’s ongoing commitment to tackle knife crime, which remains a force priority. The force has reiterated the importance of public vigilance and urged residents to report any suspicious behaviour.
How to Report
Anyone with further information is asked to contact Merseyside Police via:
- X (formerly Twitter): @MerPolCC
- Facebook: Merseyside Police Contact Centre
- Online: Merseyside Police Crime Reporting
- Anonymously: Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111, quoting ref: 25000508542
