Police Probe Liverpool Stabbing Near LGBTQ Venue After Three Men Injured
Three men were taken to hospital after a stabbing near an LGBTQ+ venue in Liverpool city centre, prompting a police investigation and a public appeal for witnesses.
Merseyside Police said officers were called to Tithebarn Street at around 6.35am on 20 September. The attack is believed to have happened outside G-Bar on Eberle Street, with the injured men later found on nearby Tithebarn Street.
At the time of writing on 21 September, no arrests had been announced.
What police have said about the incident
According to Merseyside Police, detectives believe some form of altercation took place near G-Bar before the three men were injured. The victims were taken to hospital after emergency services attended the scene.
Two of the men were reported to be in a stable condition, while the third sustained minor injuries.
Police have recovered a suspected weapon, which will now be forensically examined. Officers have also been reviewing CCTV, carrying out forensic work, and speaking to potential witnesses as they try to identify who was responsible.
A cordon was put in place across Tithebarn Street, Eberle Street and Temple Lane while those enquiries were under way. Such cordons are common after serious incidents, as officers need to preserve evidence, examine the scene, and gather material before the area can fully reopen.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses and footage
Detective Chief Inspector Lisa McNaughton said the force understood the concern caused by the attack and urged anyone with information to come forward quickly.
“We understand the concern that such a serious incident will cause in the community. This is why it is so vital that anyone with information comes forward as a matter of urgency.”
She said it appeared that an altercation broke out near G-Bar, resulting in the three victims sustaining injuries.
“The suspected weapon has been recovered and will be forensically examined. We will do all we can to identify the person responsible and support the victims as this investigation progresses. If you saw or captured any part of this incident, let us know and we will take action.”
That appeal is especially focused on people who may have been in the area in the early hours, including taxi passengers, pedestrians, nightlife staff, residents, and anyone with dashcam, phone, doorbell, or CCTV footage.
Even short clips can help. Footage that seems unclear or minor may still show movement before or after the incident, the direction someone travelled, or the timing of events.
Why the location has raised concern
The incident happened near a well-known LGBTQ+ venue, which has naturally caused concern among people who live, work, and socialise in the area.
Police have not publicly confirmed a motive for the attack. There is no information in the current police appeal stating that the stabbing is being treated as a hate crime. Detectives have described an altercation near the venue before the men were injured.
Still, violence close to nightlife venues can have a wider impact. It can make people feel less safe travelling home, waiting for taxis, or spending time in areas where they should be able to relax without fear.
For LGBTQ+ communities in particular, safety around venues matters. Bars, clubs, and late-night spaces are often more than places to go out. They can be social hubs, support networks, and places where people feel able to be themselves.
That is why clear information matters. At this stage, the confirmed facts are that three men were injured, a suspected weapon has been recovered, and detectives are continuing work to identify the person responsible.
How to help the investigation
Merseyside Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has footage that could help, to contact the force.
People can pass information to police through:
Merseyside Police social media desk
Contact @MerPolCC on X or Facebook.
101
Call 101 and quote incident reference 26000771554.
Crimestoppers
Information can be given anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.
Anyone who was in the area around Tithebarn Street, Eberle Street, or Temple Lane at about 6.35am on 20 September may be able to help, even if they did not see the attack itself.
Useful details could include:
A description of people seen arguing or leaving the area
Mobile phone footage taken before, during, or after the incident
Dashcam footage from nearby roads
CCTV from homes, shops, taxis, or licensed premises
Anything unusual seen near G-Bar or on surrounding streets
People should not post footage publicly if it may relate to the incident. Sharing it directly with police helps protect the investigation and the people involved.
What happens next
Detectives will continue reviewing CCTV, examining forensic evidence, and gathering witness accounts. The suspected weapon will be tested as part of that work.
The next key development is likely to be either an arrest, a further appeal for specific witnesses, or an update on the victims’ conditions. Until police release more information, the public appeal remains central to the case.
The most useful step for anyone with information is simple: contact Merseyside Police and quote 26000771554, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. A small detail could help officers piece together what happened near G-Bar and support the victims as the investigation continues.
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