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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
Ellen Kirwin

Man's car blocked by thugs with knives in 'frightening' attempted robbery

A man was injured during an attempted armed robbery in Woolton.

At around 7pm, on Thursday, March 30, the victim was driving along Manor Road, when his grey Ford Focus was blocked by a a grey Land Rover Defender and a black Ford Fiesta. Two men then got out of the cars with knives and approached the victim.

The suspects threatened the victim and attempted to rob him. He managed to get away and the offenders drove off.

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The victim sustained a scratch to the face which did not require hospital treatment. An investigation is underway with extensive CCTV and witness enquiries being conducted and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

Detective Inspector Katie Coote said: "This was a frightening incident and thankfully the victim wasn’t seriously injured, and which could have led to tragic circumstances. I would like anyone who witnessed what happened who we have not already spoken, or saw the suspects anyone making off to please come forward.

"Similarly, I ask motorists and residents in the vicinity to check your dashcam, CCTV and doorbell footage for anything captured which could be vital to the investigation. If you know anything, please tell us and we’ll take action to find those responsible and bring them to justice.

"Anyone who witnessed the incident or with any information can contact us by DM via our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with reference 23000269931. You can also contact the independent charity Crime stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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