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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 💙
#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 (0151) 777 5747, or email [email protected], quoting reference 26000833315.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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
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.
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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.
FOUND | Great news , 13-year-old Ciana from Birkdale has been found safe and well.
Thank you for supporting the appeal ♥️
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.
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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.
#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.
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.
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.
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
#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.
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.
#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
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:
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Every rider matters.
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Every life matters.
Together, we're working towards our goal of reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on Merseyside's roads.
@Covid50s Hi, we only release names upon charge, not the arrest.
ARRESTS| We have arrested four people following reports a teenage boy was assaulted in the Everton area this afternoon, 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 serious condition.
Following enquiries a 16 year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
A 15 year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A 37 year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender
A 41 year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender
All four are currently in custody and enquiries are ongoing.
Detective Chief Inspector Paula Jones said: "Although we have four people in custody we are continuing to appeal for anyone who was in the area of Breck Road shortly after 2pm and saw, heard or captured anything please get in touch.
“You may also live or work nearby and witnessed people running off at the time. Pass on all information and we will make the assessment."
Road closures remain in place in the local area this evening.
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/lPe420XuDh 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/CTmiTn7i6A
#APPEAL | We can confirm that officers are in Everton following a serious assault this afternoon, 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 has been taken to hospital for assessment, having sustained head and chest injuries.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve Ball said 🗣️ "These are the very early stages of our investigation and officers will be in the area carrying out their work.
"If you were in the vicinity of Breck Road shortly after 2pm and saw, heard or captured anything please come forward straight away, so we can identify those responsible. You may also live or work nearby and witnessed people running off at the time. Pass on all information and we will make the assessment."
A road closure is in place on Breck Road at the junction of Breckfield Road North. Please avoid the area and thanks for your patience.
ℹ️ 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/Sz9JQBHOmf 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/SFpymmwTZO
JAILED | A man has today, Wednesday 21 October, been jailed for eight-and-a-half years after being convicted of a rape in #Liverpool.
On Saturday 23 November 2024 a woman reported she had been the victim of rape at a property in #Toxteth.
Following enquiries, including a CCTV appeal, a man was arrested and charged and today Mohammed Benradi, 27, a Moroccan national, of Hatherley Street, #London, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court for sentencing.
Detective Constable Andrew Littler of our specialist Unity Team said: “Benradi is behind bars where he belongs and I hope his sentence will give his victim a degree of closure and allow her to move on with her life.
“If you or someone you know has been the victim of a sexual offence, please be assured that we have specially trained officers to guide you through the process.”
To report rape or serious sexual assault, call 101 to speak to a specially trained call handler. You can also report rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences anonymously here.
In Liverpool, Sefton and Wirral, support is provided by Rape and Sexual Abuse centre (RASA Merseyside), who can be contacted at https://t.co/uhdShw9M6o or on 0151 558 1801.
In St Helens and Knowsley, support is provided by the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC - Cheshire and Merseyside) who can be contacted at https://t.co/BF3sHVeitx and on 01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063. Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) allow victims to get confidential medical, practical and emotional support from specialists. They are listed here.
Our Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) campaign to put the voices of women and girls at the heart of our work to tackle VAWG. You can find out more about the campaign here: https://t.co/6IQCN6bxze.
🗣️ "32 years have passed and there has been no justice for Julie."
Julie Finley was 23 when she disappeared from Liverpool city centre on Friday 5 August 1994. The following day her naked body was discovered in a field close to the Wheatsheaf Hotel near the A570 Rainford Bypass. She had been strangled.
Since her death we have carried out extensive lines of enquiries, spoken to dozens of potential witnesses and trawled hundreds of hours of CCTV footage to catch her killer.
This morning, Detective Inspector Samantha Davies appeared on @BBC Crimewatch Live appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
The appeal contains a reconstruction that was filmed by the BBC back in the 1990s, which reflects the Liverpool skyline as it was then, in a bid to jog people’s memories.
Detective Inspector Davies said 🗣️ “What we do know is that on Friday 5 August 1994 Julie went to her parent’s house in Dovecot where she spent time with her mum and sister. She then returned to her flat, which was off Falkner Square in Liverpool, where she spent time with her boyfriend and another friend.
“She left the flat at around 10pm and headed into Liverpool city centre. At around 10.30pm she saw a friend on Grove Street and mentioned she was meeting someone at 11pm. There was later a suspected sighting of Julie on Crown Street after a woman matching her description was seen to run across the road towards a male. That male has never been identified.
“The last confirmed sighting of Julie was at 11.45pm outside the former Stag’s Head pub on Pembroke Place. Her body was found the following morning some distance away in Rainford so we know she must have been taken there in a vehicle.
“Witnesses at the time reported seeing a white Transit van parked in the layby off the Rainford bypass. We have not been able to identity the van or who was driving.
“My appeal is to anyone who thinks they saw Julie on that evening, has information about the male she was seen with on Crown Street or knows who was driving the white van to come forward.
“It may be three decades since Julie’s death but our investigation remains active and we will follow up any new lines of enquiry and consider any advances in forensic work such as DNA.
“Julie’s family deserve to know that her killer has been caught and is behind bars.”
🩵 In a tribute, Julie's family said: "Julie was only 23 when she was murdered. She was my second oldest child and growing up she was the perfect daughter. She went to college and studied hairdressing.
"32 years have passed and there has been no justice for Julie. Her father, my husband Albie, died without ever seeing justice. He died with a broken heart.
"Julie and I had a great relationship, and I miss her every day. I always think about the life she could have had, she might have been married with her own children.
"As a family we have waited far too long to find out who killed Julie."
⏩ An enhanced Crimestoppers reward of £20,000 is also being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for Julie’s murder.
📺 You can catch up on the episode on BBC iPlayer now.
🚨 Have any information? Message us on social media @MerPolCC. You can also report information via our website: https://t.co/Hv2FhS6rTp or by calling 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: https://t.co/rGZAU3HO1h
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