Merseyside Police has given an update after an e-bike crash led to two teenagers being injured.
A spokesperson for the force said an officer on foot, who was dealing with an unrelated incident, spotted the two teens, not wearing helmets, on an electric assisted pedal bike on Priory Road and signalled for them to stop. The two on board the bike subsequently came off the bike.
The rider sustained serious injuries to his legs and head, and he remains in hospital in a serious condition. The pillion passenger ran off into Anfield Cemetery, but was detained by officers a short while later.
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He suffered slight injuries and remains in police custody at this time. The rider of the bike, a 17-year-old boy from Abergele, North Wales, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, failing to stop and possession of a Class B controlled drug.
The pillion passenger, a 15-year-old boy from Everton was arrested on suspicion of a possession of a Class B controlled drug. Merseyside police have been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) following the incident.
Police are now appealing to a group of bystanders who were stood nearby at the time of the incident.
Sergeant Simon Duffy said: “We are aware a group of bystanders were stood near to the incident and would have had a good view, possibly witnessing the whole incident.
“These people are likely to have vital information that will help our investigation. I would urge these people to contact Merseyside Police either by calling 0151 777 5747, or emailing SCIU@merseyside.police.uk
“If you drove along Priory Road and noticed the incident or have dashcam fitted to your vehicle, I would also ask you to contact us as a matter of urgency.”
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