Police arrest man after eight individuals stabbed in UK

LONDON: A man had been arrested after at least eight people were stabbed in Southport, northwest England, ARY News reported on Monday, citing international media.

British emergency services reported that a man had been arrested after at least eight people were stabbed in Southport, northwest England. A local children’s hospital declared a major incident, and the prime minister described the event as “deeply shocking.”

The North West Ambulance Service confirmed that eight patients with stab injuries had been taken to three different hospitals, including Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.

While, the Merseyside Police stated that armed officers had arrested a man and seized a knife following reports of a stabbing at around 11:50 a.m. (1050 GMT). They assured the public that there was no wider threat.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his concern on X [formerly Twitter], stating, “Horrendous and deeply shocking news emerging from Southport. My thoughts are with all those affected. I would like to thank the police and emergency services for their swift response. I am being kept updated as the situation develops.”

Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, which declared a major incident, reported that its emergency department was extremely busy and asked parents to bring their children in only if it was urgent.