A SIXTEEN-YEAR-OLD boy has been charged with attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in Prescot.

An 18-year-old man was taken to hospital in a critical condition after suffering stab wounds.

The man found with the injuries after emergency services were called to Thomas Drive at 5.30am on Monday, October 25.

A large police presence, including forensics officers and sniffer dogs, were at the scene in Prescot.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the stabbing.

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Police have confirmed that a suspect has now been charged with attempted murder.

Merseyside Police said: "A 16-year-old male has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a bladed article after an 18-year-old man was stabbed on Thomas Drive, Prescot, in the early hours of Monday, October 25, 2021.

The boy will appear at Merseyside Youth Court on Wednesday, October 27.