Overview
- Armed officers and a helicopter were sent to Foundry Street after reports of people fighting with machetes on Friday afternoon, with police later saying no one was hurt and no arrests were made.
- Shoppers told local media they saw a group swinging large blades in the street, though police have not confirmed how many were involved.
- In a separate case in Liverpool on Monday, April 6, a 17-year-old was treated for a slash to his arm and a swollen head after an attack recorded at Chavasse Park.
- Merseyside Police arrested a 16-year-old on suspicion of affray the next day and released him on bail with a ban from the city centre while inquiries continue.
- Detectives described the Liverpool assault as targeted and asked people not to share a circulating video, urging witnesses to come forward as both investigations continue.