A large part of Ormskirk town centre has been cordoned off after a man was stabbed to death.
Police confirmed they were called to Railway Road, Ormskirk, at 12.05am today, July 29, to reports of an ongoing disturbance.
A 19-year-old man was found a short distance away with stab injuries. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he sadly died later in hospital. A second 19-year-old was also treated for stab injuries. He has been taken to hospital, but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
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A 19-year-old man from Liverpool and a 19-year-old man from Maghull have been arrested on suspicion of affray. They remain in custody at this time.
Moor Street and Railway Road in the town centre has been blocked off, with shops reportedly told to delay opening.
Our reporter Jamie Greer is at the scene.
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Locals saddened by the news
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Video shows extent of the cordon
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Local worker told 'there had been a fight'
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Large scene is close to the open market
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Two men have been arrested
Police said two men have been arrested in connection with the stabbing.
A 19-year-old man from Liverpool, and a 19-year-old man from Maghull, are being help of suspicion of affray. They remain in custody for questioning. Police said the arrests relate to an altercation in Railway Road involving a number of males.
A significant area within the town centre has been secured as a crime scene.
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Police confirm a 19-year-old man has died
Police were called toRailway Road, Ormskirk, at 12.05am today, July 29, to reports of an ongoing disturbance.
A 19-year-old was found with stab injuries, and despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he sadly died later in hospital.
A second man, also 19, was treated for stab injuries. He has been taken to hospital, but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
Anyone with information or footage is asked to police on call 101, quoting log 0006 of July 29, 2023.
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Video from the scene
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