A man in his 50s is fighting for his life in hospital after a punching bag machine was allegedly pushed over onto him during an altercation in Toxteth, Liverpool.
Incident on Berkley Street
Emergency services were called to shops on Berkley Street shortly before 7pm on Thursday (October 29) following reports of a disturbance. When officers arrived, they found the man with a serious head injury after the machine had toppled onto him. He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
The incident was initially believed to be a stabbing, but Merseyside Police later confirmed that the man's injuries were sustained when the punching bag machine fell on him during the altercation.
Investigation Underway
A forensic tent remains at the scene on the pedestrianised area off Upper Parliament Street, where officers have maintained a cordon. The focus of the investigation appears to be outside Bon Café, while tarpaulin sheets remain in place near the scene.
An investigation is now underway, with officers conducting witness appeals and examining CCTV footage from the surrounding area.
Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Inspector Lee Egerton stated: "Enquiries into this incident are ongoing and we are appealing for anyone who was in the area of Berkley Street at around 7pm last night who saw anything or can assist our enquiries in any way to get in touch as a matter of urgency."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Merseyside Police's social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC, quoting reference 26000888085. The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their website.
