Man Named in Attempted Murder of 14 Year Old in St Helens Attack

A guy was charged with attempted murder. Last year a teen was attacked. Police responded to Pennine Drive in St. Helens. They got called around 10:15 p.m. on September 2nd.

Reports stated two men stabbed a 14-year-old. The men then fled into Gaskell Park. Police first arrested a 20-year-old. This man was from Newton-le-Willows area. They released him later on bail.

Declan Pendlebury, age 20, was rearrested. He lives on Warwick Avenue in Newton-le-Willows. He now faces the attempted murder charge. He’ll stay in custody until court.

Pendlebury appeared at Wirral Magistrates Court March 7. An 18-year-old is still on bail. He is from Warrington. He was arrested for wounding with intent.

Police said the teen suffered life-altering injuries. They added that people were shocked by how he was targeted. Police work to prevent knife crime, focusing where it is needed.

Police use patrols to combat knife crime. Communities help by reporting knife carriers. Police also use test buys and knife arches. They work with schools raising awareness.

The police want you to report crime tips. Call 999 if a crime is happening now. You can report other tips by calling 101. You can also report anonymously to Crimestoppers.