Cllr Sarah Murray has expressed deep concern to the Worcester News following two serious incidents involving young people in Worcester — warning that action is needed urgently to protect children and restore confidence in community safety.
Last Thursday (October 16th), two students required hospital treatment after an alleged attack near the entrance to County Hall on Spetchley Road at around 4pm. This followed a separate incident in Whittington on Sunday, 21 September, in which a girl was reportedly stabbed multiple times. Three 14-year-old girls were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and remain on bail.
Cllr Murray said:
“These incidents are deeply worrying and my thoughts are with the young people who were hurt and with their families.
As a teacher and someone who has worked closely with young people across Worcestershire, I know how important it is that we understand why violence like this is happening — and that we act early to stop it.
We need visible neighbourhood policing, safer routes to and from school, and the kind of youth and family support that prevents problems long before the police have to get involved. Cuts to PCSOs and community provision only make that harder.
The Liberal Democrats want to see a joined-up approach between schools, councils and the police to protect our young people and rebuild trust in community safety.”
According to the Worcester News, West Mercia Police have confirmed that investigations into both incidents remain ongoing. No further updates have been issued regarding arrests or appeals for information.
