Armed police have swarmed an area and a helicopter is hovering overheard after a man had his face slashed near a pub this morning. The 25-year-old victim of the attack is reported to have suffered “serious facial injuries” and was taken to hospital.
A Cheshire Police spokesperson said: “Officers were called at 8.25am today, Friday, March 31, following reports of a disturbance on Milton Road, Widnes.
“Patrols, supported by firearms officers, swiftly attended the scene and found a 25-year-old man with serious facial injuries.
“He was taken to hospital where his condition is not believed to be life-threatening.
“Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing.”
Anyone with any information about what happened is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101, quoting IML 1512733, or visit cheshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/
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