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[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

Today marks one month since the body of a woman was discovered in Stanley Park.

As enquiries continue, Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson is making a renewed appeal for information and sharing new details that could help identify the woman.

At around 5.25pm on Friday 28 August, officers were called after a member of the public discovered a black bin bag in bushes within the park's walled garden. Officers attended and sadly found the body of the woman. It is believed she had been there for several weeks, possibly since early July.

The woman was white, approximately 5ft 2in tall and of slight build and was found wearing a pink Nike T-shirt.

Further enquiries have revealed:
▪ The woman had no teeth, meaning dental records have not been available to assist with identification.
▪ She suffered from osteoporosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and arthritis in her hands.
▪ She was malnourished, although it has not been possible to determine whether this was linked to her age or neglect.
▪ We have also expanded our enquiries to investigate reports of women aged between 60 and 80.

We hope that details about the woman's medical conditions may help someone recognise her and come forward.

Do you know someone matching this description who has not been seen for several weeks? This could be a family member, friend, neighbour or someone from your local community.

Our enquiries remain ongoing and to date the occupants of nearly 900 properties have been spoken to and 126 women have been eliminated from our enquiries after concerns were raised for people matching the description of the woman.

If you have any information, no matter how big or small. please contact us via:
📱 Social media: @merpolCC
💻 Website: https://t.co/2X4CZVaEBa
📞 Call 101, quoting reference 26000706383

You can also submit images or footage directly to the investigation team through our dedicated Public Portal: https://t.co/n2Tq2NRgYW
If you would prefer not to speak to police directly, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is independent of the police and will not ask for your personal details.

Please share this appeal to help us identify this woman and to give her a name 💙

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

#ProjectServator officers from the Airport Policing team deployed at @LPL_Airport today.

If you see deployments when you are passing through the airport, don't worry – officers are there to keep you safe. We work closely with the airport, and deployments can happen anywhere in and around the site, at any time. The aim is to disrupt a variety of criminality, including terrorism, while providing a reassuring presence for the public.

These patrols consist of officers in uniform and plain clothes who are specially trained to spot tell-tale signs 👀 that someone may be gathering information to help them plan or prepare to commit a crime.

During deployments, officers will also encourage the public and staff at the airport to be vigilant and report suspicious activity.

Remember, if you see something that doesn't feel right, report it to staff, security or a police officer, or call 101.

In an emergency, always call 999.

For more ℹ about Project Servator, visit the force website: https://t.co/SbHnsepOyP

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

#FOUND | Great news, 32-year-old Alex Barnes from Kirkby has been found safe and well.

Thank you for supporting the appeal ♥️

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

JAILED | Three people have been sentenced for perverting the course of justice following a stabbing in St Helens nearly five years ago.

On Tuesday 23 November 2021 we received reports that a man in his 30s had been attacked by four men at a property on Sunners Green Close in Parr.

Following the stabbing an investigation was launched during which several individuals were identified as suspects.

As enquiries progressed, we received multiple reports of witness intimidation and threatening telephone calls from the victim, Walid Gbeira and individuals connected to him.

As a result of those reports and supporting statements, a man was charged with witness intimidation and remanded in custody, spending 63 days in prison.

However, proceedings were subsequently discontinued when telecommunications analysis demonstrated significant inconsistencies in the allegations and indicated that the reports were false.

These findings led investigators to suspect that false reports had been submitted in an attempt to influence the direction of the investigation, resulting in a separate investigation into conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

In August 2022, search warrants were executed at the addresses of Walid Gbeira, and also Nicole McMenamy, whose home the stabbing was reported to have taken place in.

Forensic examination of mobile phones uncovered extensive digital evidence, including call records, messages, videos and covert recordings.

Investigators identified evidence of a coordinated effort to mislead police, fabricate allegations, falsely implicate people in criminal offences, and interfere with the course of justice.

As a result of the lengthy and complex investigation, Walid Gbeira, Nicole McMenamy and McMenamy’s friend Caitlyn Waring were charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

Walid Gbeira, 39, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty on the first day of trial in June 2026. On Friday 23 October he was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court to three years in prison.

Nicole McMenamy and Caitlyn Waring pleaded guilty before trial.

McMenamy, 27, of Baltimore Drive in St Helens, was sentenced to two years and five months in prison.

Caitlyn Louise Waring, 26, of Linear View, Newton-le-Willows, was sentenced to 15 months in prison suspended for two years.

No further action was taken in respect of the stabbing investigation as the prosecution determined there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction due to significant concerns regarding the reliability and credibility of the key witnesses, Walid Gbeira and Nicole McMenamy, arising from evidence uncovered during the investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Lisa McNaughton said: "Cleary Gbeira and McMenamy thought they would be able to spin a web of lies in an attempt to pervert the course of the investigation and implicate who they wanted.

"It is only thanks to the hard work and determination of the investigation team that we were able to unpick their lies and successfully convict them and put them behind bars."

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

“Sullivan stripped away the strong, confident person I used to be" 💔

⚖️ Bernard Sullivan has been sentenced to 19 years in prison after being found guilty of committing sexual offences against a woman.

Following a trial last month, Sullivan, 51 years, was found guilty of two counts of assault by penetration, strangulation and three counts of rape at Liverpool Crown Court.

Yesterday (Monday 27 October), Sullivan, no fixed address but from Waterloo, was sentenced to 19 years in prison. He was also put on the Sexual Offenders Register for life and a restraining order is in place to not contact the victim indefinitely.

In a Victim Impact Statement, the survivor said 🗣️ “Sullivan stripped away the strong, confident person I used to be. I struggled to go out alone suffered nightmares. I was constantly nervous and anxious and frightened in my own community.

“The effects of that continue to impact me, and I am still healing.

“Despite everything, I have worked hard to rebuild my life. His actions changed my life, affected my mental health, damaged my confidence, and altered how I live day-to-day. I believe women will be safer with him no longer in the community.”

Throughout the investigation Sullivan showed no remorse for the abuse he carried out and denied the offences put to him. Thankfully the jury saw though his lies and found him guilty.

Anyone that has been a victim of a sexual offence, is concerned for the safety of someone they know or suspects someone to be engaging in this criminal activity, should come forward and speak to us.

We have a team of dedicated staff who will expertly and compassionately deal with your reports, and we will do everything we can to bring offenders to justice 🤝

Anyone with information or who wants to report a sexual offence is asked to call 101 where you will be spoken to by specially trained officers. In an emergency, always call 999.

If you have been a victim of sexual assault or rape, you can access specialist support services, which are free of charge and available to anyone. You do not need a referral or to have reported an incident to Merseyside Police before you access these specialist support services.

These services can support you in a variety of ways, including offering a confidential discussion if you are thinking of making a police report, but are unsure what that involves and would like to discuss it. If you do decide to report to Merseyside Police, you will receive support throughout the investigation and court processes.

You can choose to make an anonymous report through the Sexual Assault Referral Centre called Safe Place, or the Independent Sexual Violence Advisor service, rather than coming directly to Merseyside Police.

Support is also available in Liverpool, Sefton and Wirral, from Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (RASA) Merseyside who are available on 0151 558 1801 and, in St Helens and Knowsley, by the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) Cheshire and Merseyside who can be contacted on 01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063.

To find out more about our 'Taking Action' campaign, visit our website here: https://t.co/yp5xjMp6Kq

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

FOUND | Darcie Weightman has been seen safe and well. As always thanks to everyone who takes the time to share our #missing from home appeals

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

#APPEAL | Today, a man in his 80's has sadly died following a road collision in a supermarket car park in Knotty Ash earlier this month.

At around 3.40pm on Saturday 10 October, officers were called to Sainsbury's car park on East Prescot Road to reports of a serious collision involving an orange-coloured van and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, an elderly man in his 80's, was taken to hospital following the incident. Sadly, despite the best efforts of medical staff, he has today (Monday 26 October) died from his injuries.

The van driver stopped at the scene and is assisting police with enquiries.

➡️ Enquiries are ongoing and officers are asking anyone who witnessed the collision, or the events leading up to it, to come forward.

Detective Sergeant Kurt Timpson, the Lead Investigating Officer from the Merseyside Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said 🗣️ "My thoughts are with the man's family at this desperately sad time.

"We have launched an investigation and our priority is to ensure we get answers for his family and establish the facts about what happened.

"The car park was busy at the time of the collision and, while we already have some witness accounts and CCTV footage, I would ask people to cast their minds back to 10 October.

"If you saw the collision or feel you have information that may help our enquiries, please get in touch. Equally, if you have any additional footage, it could help us to establish exactly how this collision took place."

Anyone with information is asked to direct message to us on social media @Merseyside Police Contact Centre, contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on [phone], or email [email protected], quoting reference 26000833315.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

What if… antisocial behaviour is affecting your community?

We’re stepping up patrols across Merseyside this Halloween and Bonfire season to tackle the issues that most affect you.

Officers and partner agencies will be carrying out a coordinated operation across the region. Extra resources will be deployed in areas where issues have previously been reported, and dispersal powers will be used where necessary.

🤝 But we need your help too.

The information you provide helps us identify problem areas, target resources where they're needed most and prevent issues from escalating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents and guardians also have an important role to play. Knowing where your children are, who they're with and what they're doing can make a huge difference in keeping them safe and out of trouble.

If you're experiencing antisocial behaviour, criminal damage or the misuse of fireworks in your area, report it so we can take action. Your information can help us take action quickly and protect local communities.

📱 Contact us via @MerPolCC on social media, through AI Bobbi on our website, or by calling 101.

🚨 Always call 999 if a crime is in progress, someone is in immediate danger, or there is a threat to life.

To find out more information, visit our website here: https://t.co/gEQn6WTgbw

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

Hi Ian, officers were deployed to Balmoral Road in Fairfield last Thursday because concerns had been reported about a man’s safety.

He was found safe and three other men were arrested. One has since been charged with blackmail and appeared in magistrates court on Saturday. The other two have been released on bail while our enquiries continue.

Further details will be heard in open court in due course.

We can also confirm that no-one was shot during this incident and the property we attended is not a Home Office HMO.

Hope this clarifies things, and answers some of your questions. Thanks.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

APPEAL | We are appealing for witnesses after a fail-to-stop road traffic collision involving a pedestrian and a bike rider in Knotty Ash.

At around 10.05am on Thursday 24 September, it was reported that a male pedestrian was walking along the pavement on East Prescot Road near to the junction with Eaton Road when he was involved in a collision with a male riding a bike.

The pedestrian suffered serious injuries which required hospital treatment.

An investigation into the collision remains ongoing.

Roads Policing Sergeant Christine Walker said: "I would ask for any witnesses to come forward and any drivers in the area at the time to check their dashcam for any footage that may have captured the collision or assist us in our enquiries.

"In particular we are keen to speak to the male pictured in these images as we believe he may hold information that could be vital to our ongoing investigation."

Our enquiries are ongoing into this incident and anyone with information is asked to contact Merseyside Police on 101 or DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 26000799154.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

FOUND | Great news , 13-year-old Ciana from Birkdale has been found safe and well.

Thank you for supporting the appeal ♥️

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

CHARGED | Three men have been charged following warrants in Toxteth on Friday, 23 October.

Aaron Donohue, 25, of Denver Park Road, Kirkby, was charged with Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.

Curtis Dimine, 34, of Tunnel Road, Edge Hill, was charged with Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs; Possession of cannabis; and Possession of criminal property

Both have been remanded into custody to appear at Liverpool Crown Court on Monday 23 November.

Abbas Abbaspour, 45, of Croxteth Road, was charged with Breach of a court order.

A 22-year old man from Toxteth, and a 20-year-old man for Toxteth, who were both arrested on suspicion of Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs, have been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Chief Inspector Sean Harrison said: “Friday’s warrants were part of our daily efforts to tackle those who we believe are involved in crime and causing harm in our communities.

“I would continue to ask anyone with information on suspected drug supply or any other in their area to come forward so we can continue to take robust and positive action.”

If you have concerns about drug dealing in your area you can contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook.

You can also report information via our website: https://t.co/GvjCb2SJKy or call 101.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always call 999.

https://t.co/v2OwAy8PBV

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

FOUND | Great news! 17-year-old Ishaq Ali who went missing in #Birkenhead this month was found safe and well over the weekend, Saturday 24 October. Thanks as always for sharing our appeals.

[Lewisham MPS @MPSLewisham]

#MISSING Police are looking for Anthony Lloyd,38,who has absconded from hospital.We're concerned he poses a risk to the public and himself.Last seen wearing a grey/blue t-shirt,black tracksuit bottoms,and white trainers.If seen do not to approach,call 999 quoting CAD4739/23Oct.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

WEATHER WARNING | Storm Boelo will bring high winds to Merseyside on Sunday meaning driving conditions will be challenging and coastal areas will be dangerous.

If you absolutely have to go out somewhere remember to follow advice from:

@NationalHways @metoffice @RNLI @HMCoastguard

To report obstructions on a road visit: https://t.co/4yKcABTyFF

Visit our website to report non-emergencies but always call 999 if a life is in danger or a crime is in progress.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

This post did not announce the deployments ahead of time. The post states "...you may have seen them in recent days at @Liverpool_ONE, @SGHLpool and at other locations including Southport.", so to be clear: "in recent days". The post summarised recent Project Servator activity that had already occurred.

On occasion, we do post about deployments that have been planned in the run-up to a specific event, and we will mention the event, but the post will always occur after the deployments have happened.

There is no loss of unpredictability.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

Some of our patrols are #ProjectServator deployments – you may have seen them in recent days at @Liverpool_ONE, @SGHLpool and at other locations including Southport.

The deployments are different from normal police operations, and if you see one, don't worry – it's all about keeping you safe. Although the deployments are highly visible, they do consist of plain clothes officers. All the officers are specially trained, and they will keep an eye out for tell-tale signs that someone may have criminal intent such as gathering information to help them plan or prepare to commit a crime.

During deployments, the officers will also speak with members of the public and security staff to encourage the reporting of suspicious activity. The aim is to build a network of vigilance, disrupt criminality, including terrorism, and provide a reassuring presence to the public.

Everyone can play a part in keeping our communities safe – if you see something that doesn't feel right, report it to staff, security or a police officer, or call 101.

Remember, you can also report anonymously at https://t.co/t8uxiJna8l or call 0800 789 321. #ActionCountersTerrorism

In an emergency, always call 999.

For more ℹ about Project Servator, visit the force website: https://t.co/5NfsSOjBSm

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

#WANTED | Know this man? John O'Sullivan is wanted on no bail warrants in connection with suspected drug supply offences.

O'Sullivan, 45, has links to Huyton and London. He is white, 5ft 9in tall, of medium build, with long brown hair, a long beard, green eyes, and a Liverpool accent.

If you see O'Sullivan or hold any information as to his whereabouts, you can call 101 or DM us via @MerPolCC on social media with reference 26000720353. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

An early morning wake up call 👮

🚨 Five men have been arrested following seven warrants in #Toxteth this morning.

Officers from Project Medusa and Neighbourhood Policing officers from Liverpool Basic Command Unit conducting investigations into serious organised crime carried out the warrants in the early hours today.

➡️ We can confirm a 20-year-old man from Toxteth, a 22-year-old man from Toxteth, a 25-year-old man from Kirkby and a 35-year-old man form Edge Hill have been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs.
➡️ A fifth man, aged 45 from Toxteth, was arrested having breached a court order.

They remain in police custody for questioning following the seizure of a quantity of Class A drugs, mobile phones and cash from the addresses.

As well as the warrants, officers have conducted open land searches looking for hidden or discarded weapons, quad bikes have been deployed to open spaces and additional high visibility patrols will remain in the area and throughout the weekend.

We are completely committed to targeting those who cause misery, disrupting their activity and improving the lives of people in Merseyside as a result 🤝

Drugs have no place in our society. We know they fuel violence, exploitation, organised criminality and anti-social behaviour, and it is honest, hardworking people in our communities who pay the cost.

We simply will not tolerate it, and we ask anyone who has information on drug supply or organised crime in their area to come forward so we can take the robust positive action as we have seen this morning in Toxteth.

If you have concerns about drug dealing in your area you can contact us on social media @MerPolCC.

You can also report information via our website: https://t.co/L0l2iUgGps or call 101.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always call 999.

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

#CHARGED | We have charged two people after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed and assaulted in Everton on Wednesday 21 October.

At around 2.15pm, officers were called to The Lutine Bell on Breck Road to reports of a 16-year-old boy being assaulted nearby.

The victim was taken to hospital with head and chest injuries. He remains in hospital in a stable condition.

A 16-year-old boy from #Liverpool has been charged with s18 wounding with intent and possession of a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place.

A 15-year-old boy from #Sefton has been charged with s18 wounding with intent.

Both were remanded into custody to appear at Merseyside Youth Remand Court today, Friday 23 October.

A 37 year-old man and a 41 year-old woman have been released on conditional bail as enquiries remain ongoing.

Anyone with information, CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC. You can also report information via our website: https://t.co/ygLVVT0biP or by calling 101 quoting incident reference 26000865220.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: https://t.co/OsN0xsoJLt

[Merseyside Police @MerseyPolice]

That's a wrap for the @BikeSafeUK 2026. 👏

As riding season comes to an end and bikes begin heading under covers for the winter, we're reflecting on another year of meeting riders, sharing skills, and promoting safer journeys across Merseyside.

Some of the feedback that stood out:

"Your passion is infectious."
"I achieved a substantial increase in competence."
"The team's no-nonsense, down-to-earth approach really helped break down that 'them and us' barrier."

We pride ourselves on working alongside riders, offering:
✅ BikeSafe Workshops
✅ Rider Assessments
✅ Community Engagement
✅ Road Safety Advice
✅ Rider Skill Development

Every rider matters.
Every journey matters.
Every life matters.

Together, we're working towards our goal of reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on Merseyside's roads.