Teen arrested after fireworks attack on firefighters battling Liverpool blaze

Firefighter equipment symbolises the emergency services targeted with fireworks in Huyton. (Symbolic image - AI generated) Upday Stock Images

Someone targeted firefighters with fireworks while they battled a blaze on a third-floor balcony in Huyton, near Liverpool. Police arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with the attack.

Attackers also targeted police officers who responded to the scene with fireworks. A female police officer sustained a minor leg injury. The firefighters escaped injury in the incident.

Police condemn attack

Chief Inspector Kevin Chatterton of Merseyside Police condemned the attack: "We will not tolerate this type of disgraceful behaviour, particularly when it involves emergency services staff being targeted in such a way. It is only by sheer good fortune that nobody was seriously injured."

Officers spoke to several youths and parents at the scene to advise them about their behavior.

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service issued an urgent appeal for respect towards emergency workers. In a post on X, the organization stated: "These attacks are unacceptable. Our firefighters are out to protect our communities - not to be attacked."

Investigation underway

All fire engines carry CCTV cameras. Fire crews sent the footage from the incident to Merseyside Police.

The arrested teenager remains in custody. Officers will question him.

Note: This article was created with Artificial Intelligence (AI).