Two suspects have been apprehended after a brutal attack near a golf course. The victim was swiftly taken to the hospital for treatment of facial and rib injuries following the incident at Huyton and Prescot Golf Club in Merseyside. Police responded to the scene at 9pm on Sunday after reports of an assault near the fairway.
A 50-year-old and a 43-year-old man have been detained on suspicion of section 18 wounding and are currently in police custody for further questioning. Investigations are ongoing, with local residents observing a heightened police presence in the area on Sunday, with parts of the Fairway sectioned off.
Merseyside Constabulary officers are actively seeking witness statements and doorbell camera footage in the neighborhood. A patrol car remained stationed at the scene as of 6am today. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC, visit the website, or call 101 and reference incident number 26000188781. For anonymous tips, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or through their website.
