Brutal 6am street brawl as several injured with sharp weapons

Several men were injured by "sharp implements" in a mass street brawl in the early hours of today.

Police were called to Lord Street in Southport , near the Scarisbrick Hotel, at around 6.11am following reports of disorder involving a group of men and women.

A spokeswoman for Merseyside Police said witnesses told officers that "sharp implements were used to inflict injuries to some of the men."

The force said the investigation is still at an early stage and the severity of the injuries are unclear.

There are a number of scenes cordoned off in the Lord Street area, whilst Crime Scene Investigators carry out forensic inquiries, and CCTV opportunities are being assessed.

The scene on Lord Street, Southport, where several men were injured by 'sharp implements' in a mass brawl (Liverpool Echo)

Detective Chief Inspector John Williams, said: "Our investigation is at a very early stage and we are still trying to piece together what happened during this incident.

"Extra officers will be on patrol to reassure local people and we are determined to being those responsible to justice.

"We know that a number of people and drivers were in the area at the time of the incident and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed what happened, or has any information which could help with our inquiries, to come forward."

The scene on Lord Street, Southport, where several men were injured by 'sharp implements' in a mass brawl (Liverpool Echo)

"There are a number of scenes in place on Lord Street and I would like to ask members of the public to be patient whilst we carry out our forensic examinations. We are aware that this is a very busy time of the year for businesses and shoppers and we will keep any disruption to a minimum."

If you have any CCTV, Dash-Cam or phone footage of the incident, or any information which could help with our inquiries please contact to @MerPolCC, call 101 , or alternatively pass information on via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.