A man was stabbed in a ‘cowardly’ gang attack at Reminisce Festival.
Police were called to Sherdley Park in St Helens at around 5.15pm on Saturday after the 26-year-old had self-presented at the medical tent with multiple stab wounds.
It was later reported the attack happened as the victim and his friends were moving through the crowd to get closer to the main stage when he was assaulted by the gang.
The victim was taken to hospital having sustained injuries to his back and chest and is now recovering at home.
Extensive enquiries are ongoing, including CCTV review. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Detective Inspector Steve Byrom said: “This cowardly attack could have ended up in more tragic consequences for the victim.
“We are appealing for people who attended the festival, and saw the assault take place in the area of the main stage to please come forward.
“Any information, no matter how small, may help with the investigation.
“Knife crime causes devastation across our communities, and we work closely with partners to do all we can to make communities safer.
“Although knife crime is decreasing on Merseyside, each incident has the potential to cause serious harm, and we understand that there is work to be done, both in understanding the root causes of knife crime, and educating young people and their families on the risks people take in carrying weapons.
“If you have any information about people carrying a knife in your community, come forward to police or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Anyone with information should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with crime reference 25000739834. You can also report information via their website or call 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always call 999.