Police appeal in stab incident

POLICE are appealing for information after a Latics fan was stabbed in the back following yesterday’s Liverpool cup clash yesterday.

The 35-year-old man was attacked close to Anfield shortly after the match. He flagged down a passing ambulance and was taken to hospital. He is in a stable condition.

Merseyside police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward. Contact St Anne Street CID on 0151-777 4064 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800-555 111.