Overview
- The incident occurred around 7.40pm on Monday outside the Aldi on Lorenzo Drive in Norris Green, where three masked youths confronted a 13-year-old and his two friends.
- Two electric bikes were taken after the group displayed knives, according to the family’s account reported by local media.
- The boy phoned his mother during the robbery, shouting that someone was trying to stab him, and all three youngsters escaped without injury.
- The attackers were described as dressed in black with balaclavas and carrying large blades, including one said to be three-bladed and another about 12 inches long.
- Merseyside Police confirmed an active investigation and asked for CCTV or information via 101 or @MerPolCC quoting 25000962869, or anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111, noting no arrests to date.