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Today, Stephen Bates has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 18 years after being found guilty of murdering Martin O’Donovan in April. On a night where Martin’s family were celebrating his mother’s 70th birthday, Bates was heavily intoxicated, and people intervened to prevent him from driving. Bates returned to the scene in his car, using it as a weapon to fatally injure 47-year-old Martin who was sitting outside the house. Martin was seriously injured after the car was driven at him on Stonyhurst Road. Emergency services attended the scene, and Martin was taken to hospital, but he sadly died from his injuries. The video footage shows Bates, 42, of Herondale Road, Mossley Hill, in his car moments before he murdered Martin, his 999 call to the police and his arrest. Following Bates’ sentencing, we are issuing the following words from Martin’s family, who describe him as a “kind, intelligent, generous and deeply loved man” ❤️ "Martin was a kind, intelligent, generous and deeply loved man. A brother, son, uncle and friend whose warmth, humour and integrity touched everyone around him. His absence has left a hole in our lives that will never be filled. "The actions that took Martin from us were deliberate, senseless and cruel. Throughout this process, we have seen no sign of remorse from the defendant. No acknowledgment of the suffering caused or the life taken, and lives destroyed. That absence of humanity has compounded our grief and made this ordeal even harder to bear. "While today’s outcome brings a measure of accountability, it cannot bring justice in any true sense. There is no sentence long enough, no words strong enough, to balance the loss of Martin. We will carry his memory with us always, and our focus now is on honouring the life he lived rather than the manner in which it was taken. "We wish to thank the Merseyside Police, the prosecution team and all those who have supported us with professionalism and compassion through this difficult time.” To read the full press release, visit the ‘news’ section of our website.
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Today, five men have been sentenced to a total of 12 and a half years in prison for large-scale ticket fraud, following an extensive Merseyside Police investigation. The men were sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court today, after pleading guilty to the charges. They are: - Joseph Johnson, 42, of Chelford Road, Eccleston, St Helens: sentenced to four years and six months for Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by Abuse of Position; Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by False Representation; and Conspiracy to Sell Tickets Fraudulently - Louis James, 37, of Lapford Crescent, Kirkby: sentenced to two years and four months for Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by Abuse of Position; Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by False Representation; and Conspiracy to Sell Tickets Fraudulently - Liam Rice, 35, of Mount Crescent, Kirkby: sentenced to two years and 10 months for Conspiracy to Sell Tickets Fraudulently - Lee Smith, 38 of Moss Lane, Bickerstaff, Ormskirk: sentenced to two years and 10 months for Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by Abuse of Position; and Conspiracy to Sell Tickets Fraudulently - James Johnson, 34, of Westcombe Road, Anfield: sentenced to 21 months (suspended), for Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by Abuse of Position; and Conspiracy to Sell Tickets Fraudulently The group dishonestly obtained and resold tickets mainly for Liverpool FC matches at inflated prices through unofficial channels, creating over 1,000 fake memberships and even setting up a website to advertise tickets. Their scam, which grew into an international operation, has now been dismantled thanks to close work between Merseyside Police and LFC. Detective Chief Inspector Lynsay Armbruster said: "This was a complex, long-running investigation. These sentences send a clear message: ticket fraud will not be tolerated. Buying from unofficial sources risks losing money and being denied entry." LFC added: "We have zero tolerance for ticket misuse. Fans should only buy through official channels." ✅ For genuine tickets, visit LFC’s official site. ❌ Don’t risk buying from unofficial sellers.
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🚨 We are starting to use Live Facial Recognition (LFR) to help keep communities safe and bring offenders to justice. Our first deployment is in Liverpool City Centre on Monday 15 December. LFR compares faces on a live feed to a secure watchlist of people wanted for serious offences or who pose a risk to the public or to themselves. Only police officers make decisions – never the technology. 👉 If you’re not on a watchlist, your image and data is never stored, it’s deleted instantly to protect your privacy. Next Monday, look out for our visible vans, see the tech in action, and speak to officers about the safeguards in place. Watch the video to learn more, or visit ➡️
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🚨 Around 100 fake #Labubu dolls were seized in #Liverpool yesterday, as part of a joint operation between us and Trading Standards. These knock-off toys might seem like a bargain, but they’re not safe ⚠️ Many contain toxic materials - sharp edges, or unsafe parts that could seriously harm your children. Some may ask why this is a priority alongside catching more serious criminals. The answer is simple: harm takes many forms. It’s not just about safety, counterfeit goods are often tied to organised crime. That “cheap” toy could be funding serious criminal activity in our communities. With Christmas around the corner, we’re urging everyone think before they buy. 👀 Remember to look for CE or UKCA safety marks and avoid unfamiliar sellers. If you spot fake goods being sold, report it to us❗
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Earlier we held a press conference following the incident that took place in Southport this morning. Please watch to hear from Chief Constable Serena Kennedy, MFRS Chief Fire Officer Phil Garrigan and NWAS Cheshire and Merseyside Head of Service Dave Kitchin. To read more, visit: We'd like to remind people that this is a live investigation, so please avoid posting any information which could prejudice our enquires.
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On Monday 26 May, thousands of people lined the streets to celebrate the Liverpool FC parade. What should have been a day of celebration for the city turned into a day of fear and anguish after Paul Doyle drove his car into a crowd, injuring more than 100 people. It is only by sheer luck that nobody was killed as a result of Doyle’s reckless actions. This video shows Doyle’s aggressive and dangerous driving before he reached Water Street, audio from his dashcam, and footage of his arrest. This has been one of the most extensive investigations in the history of the force. Over the past seven months, we have supported 134 victims, spoken to more than 1,500 witnesses, and gathered in excess of 700 statements. In the initial stages, more than 70 officers and staff were dedicated to this investigation, including colleagues from across Merseyside Police and neighbouring forces - Greater Manchester Police, Cumbria Police, Lancashire Police, Cheshire Police, and North Wales Police. We are extremely grateful for their support and collaboration. Today, Doyle has been sentenced to 21-and-a-half years in prison at Liverpool Crown Court, after pleading guilty to 31 offences on Wednesday 26 November. We know that a lot of people are still recovering from the injuries they suffered on that day and our thoughts remain with them and those that continue to be affected by the incident ❤️
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| This video features footage of the violent disorder on Tuesday evening in Southport, which our officers faced and was witnessed by many members of the public | Tragic events should unite us, not divide us. Following the violent disorder, we have made seven arrests and further arrests will continue as we identify all those responsible for this despicable incident. Officers continue to patrol across Merseyside and to engage with our communities. If you have any information or footage following the events on Tuesday or see anything that doesn’t feel right, please speak to an officer or DM Merseyside Police Contact Centre.
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WATCH: Our Chief Constable Serena Kennedy has spoken at a press conference following a decision by the Crown Prosecution Service to charge Axel Rudakubana with further offences. The criminal proceedings against Axel Rudakubana are active and therefore it is extremely important that there is no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings. Following the charges today, our Chief Constable took part in a press conference to confirm the charges and reassure our communities. Please watch the video in full so that you are as informed as possible but avoid speculation as we must let the court process runs its course. We owe that to the victims. Please be aware that, as this case is ongoing and court proceedings are active, comments have been switched off.
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We would like to take this moment to pay tribute to Alice Da Silva Aguiar, Bebe King, and Elsie Dot Stancombe who will be forever in our hearts and never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with all of the victims who were injured and traumatised at Hart Space on Monday 29 July. What happened on that day has impacted the community of Southport and across the country forever. #SouthportTogether 💗
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WATCH: Our Chief Constable has an important update for you following a decision by the Crown Prosecution Service to charge Axel Rudakubana with further offences. Further details on this development will be provided today. Please be aware that, as this case is ongoing and court proceedings are active, comments have been switched off.
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We can confirm that a 17-year-old boy from Banks has been charged with the murders of Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice Dasilva Aguiar; 10 counts of attempted murder; and Possession of a bladed article, following the tragic incident in Southport on Monday, 29 July. The 17-year-old cannot be named for legal reasons, as he is under 18. He has been remanded in custody to appear today, Thursday 1 August at Liverpool Magistrates Court, Derby Square. For more:
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Earlier, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims and Chief Crown Prosecutor Sarah Hammond spoke at a press conference to provide an update on Monday’s incident on Water Street in Liverpool. Paul Desmond Sanders Doyle, 53 years, of Burghill Road, West Derby has this afternoon been charged with two counts of unlawful and malicious wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm; two counts of causing unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm; two counts of attempted unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, all contrary to Section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. He has been charged with one count of dangerous driving contrary to Section 2 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Doyle has been remanded into custody and will appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court in the morning. This continues to be a large and complex investigation and detectives are reviewing a huge volume of CCTV and mobile phone footage submitted by the public and businesses, as well as footage from our own body worn cameras and dashcams. As always, our thoughts remain with victims and everyone impacted. You can read the full transcripts from the press conference via the ‘news’ section our website here ➡️
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Operation Vanguard ✅ Today, more than 250 police officers have taken part in a huge policing operation - #OpVanguard, in Stockbridge Village and Huyton - and the activity still hasn't finished. 38 people have now been arrested for offences ranging from Supply of Class A and B drugs, Sexual assault, Drink and drug driving, Theft and Criminal damage 💪 Operation Vanguard reinforces our commitment to keeping our communities safe by taking strong action against those involved in criminality in your area and supports the work we are doing day in, day out. This morning we executed several warrants and throughout the day our activity has included land and underwater searches, roadside operations, safeguarding of vulnerable people, activity by the County Lines team and patrols from our Local Policing Teams, supported by officers from Matrix, Licensing, Firearms and our Mounted and Dogs. The scale and impact of today’s operation should leave criminals in absolutely no doubt - we are here, we are watching, and if you are involved in criminality you can expect a knock on your door 🚪 Today’s action reinforces our commitment to cracking down on crime and putting offenders behind bars, and we will not stop until justice has been served 👏 Watch the video to see some of today's highlights 🔽
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Tonight, CC Rob Carden has apologised for the historic over-policing of Merseyside’s LGBTQ+ communities through the enforcement of legislation that was previously in place. Please watch this video to hear real people tell their real stories. For more >
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Watch these clips of Shaun Hobson before & after he threw his jumper into a skip to change his appearance after attacking women in the city centre⬇️ Hobson, 25, of Ashford in Kent, thought he was going to get away with it by disposing his jumper, but eagle-eyed officers spotted him on CCTV and were able to seize the clothing and make a positive DNA match. The shocking incidents occurred on Sunday 6 October 2024 when Hobson approached a woman near Tabley Street at around 2am and grabbed her by the throat. Thankfully a member of the public saw what happened and intervened and Hobson fled the scene. Around ten minutes later, Hobson followed two women into a car park at around 2am and grabbed them both. During the incident, Hobson grabbed one of the women on her waist, mouth and face. Thankfully they were able to get away from him and he subsequently fled the area. One of the victims in this incident said in her Victim Personal Statement: “Every time I was out I found myself constantly looking over my shoulders, checking for security cameras or crossing roads to bypass other people. “Over the coming weeks I found myself avoiding situations for fear of something happening again. “I couldn't walk anywhere alone for a long time, and when I eventually could, I had to constantly be on the phone to someone. Some days I would suddenly be filled with dread and freeze, with no obvious trigger. “I had always felt so independent and now I was afraid to do anything alone. I was angry - he had no right to take this away from me.” Today, Hobson will start a nine-year prison sentence after being found guilty of intentional strangulation, attempted kidnap and two counts of common assault with the intent of committing a sexual offence. You can read the full press release via the 'news' section of our website. This sentence comes at a time where we have launched a brand-new 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:
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Do not come to this city, or this county, intent on causing disorder or you will be arrested and put before the courts. If you choose to engage in despicable violence and aggression, you will face the full force of the law. Watch as Chris Joughin, Head of Matrix and Force Operations, talks about the disorder that has taken place in the past week. ⬇️
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We’d like to share a message with you. Following the tragic events that deeply affected us all over the summer, and the sentencing last week, we feel now is the right time to say: thank you to the amazing people of Southport, Merseyside and beyond. We will continue to be there for you as we move forward as a community. We are working hard to keep the area we so proudly serve a safe place to be. Despite us all being rocked by the events that took place last summer, we remain strong, united and we stand together. Please take a moment to watch this video and hear about how the police and community have supported each other in this toughest of times. As always, our thoughts remain with the families of Alice, Bebe and Elsie, as well as everyone involved in and affected by the tragic events of 29th July.
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Who doesn’t love a game of hide and seek? 👀 Unfortunately for these two we had eyes in the sky 🚁 , wheels on the roads 🚔 and feet on the ground 👣 , so this was not a game of hide and seek they were ever likely to win! On Wednesday, at around 11:10pm we received a report of anti-social behaviour involving motorbikes and mopeds in the area of Bidston, #Wirral. The riders reportedly rode to Bidston Hill, where a motorbike and a moped were abandoned near to Bidston Observatory. Both were confirmed as having been stolen. Working alongside the NPAS North West Region helicopter, officers tracked two suspects to the woodland area and detained them near to Eleanor Road. A 15-year-old boy from Beechwood was arrested on suspicion of Theft of a motor vehicle; Driving without a licence and Driving without insurance. A 16-year-old boy from Woodchurch was arrested on suspicion of Theft of a motor vehicle; Driving without a licence and Driving without insurance. Both boys were taken to police stations for questioning and have been released under investigation pending further enquiries. NPAS Footage ©West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Watch the full version of the press conference which we streamed live earlier today in relation to the incident on Water Street in Liverpool city centre. A 53-year-old man from Liverpool remains in police custody being questioned by investigators. Read the latest here: Home | Merseyside Police
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