Merseyside Police investigators have started investigating the shocking incident after the school seized a kitchen knife from an 11-year-old student at Lingham Primary School
Police have launched an investigation after a schoolgirl pulled out a knife during an innocent game with her friends.
Merseyside Police officers rushed to Lingham Primary School in Moreton, Wirral last Tuesday following reports that the 11-year-old pupil had produced a kitchen knife. The school contacted police, who have launched an investigation after the object was seized and safeguarding measures were activated. While representatives for the service said no one was hurt during the incident, they have appealed for information from the public.
A police spokesperson said the service was alerted to the incident at around 2.20pm, after the Liverpool ECHO reported the knife was produced as the group of girls played.
The publication reported that the pupil had taken the item from their home and that it was taken off them before police were called.
Dave Morgan, the Wirral Local Policing Chief Inspector, asked people who may have additional information regarding the incident to come forward while offering parents, pupils, carers and staff reassurance.
He said: “We understand the concern that such incidents can cause, especially at one of our junior schools.
“Officers will remain in liaison with the school and our partners to offer reassurance to pupils, parents, carers and staff alike. In the meantime, should you have any information about young people carrying weapons, please come forward.” In a statement following the incident issued on Tuesday morning, the service confirmed “enquiries are ongoing”.
A spokesperson said: “We can confirm that enquiries are ongoing following an incident at a Wirral school last week. At around 2.20pm on Tuesday 25 March, a report was received of an 11-year-old girl in possession of a kitchen knife at Lingham Primary School in Moreton.
“The knife was located and has been seized. No injuries were caused. Appropriate safeguarding measures have been put in place.” Lingham Primary School confirmed the incident had taken place on March 25 in a separate statement, adding that staff had responded appropriately and are taking all necessary actions.
Members of the public who may have relevant information regarding the incident have been asked to contact the service via its social media account on X, formerly Twitter, at @MerpolCC, or via the police non-emergency number 101.
Alternatively, people can pass along anonymous tips to the confidential charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
