What happened at the Kirkby bus stop?

A teenager attacked two other young people, stabbing one girl and one boy.

How long was the teenager sentenced for the bus stop attack?

The attacker received a 13-year sentence for attempted murder and assault.

Where did the bus stop stabbing incident occur?

The violent incident took place at a bus stop outside a shop in Kirkby.

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Teen Attacker Gets 13 Years for Bus Stop Stabbings

27 Nov, 2025

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Summary

A 15-year-old attacker received a 13-year sentence.
The incident occurred at a bus stop in Kirkby.
The teenager was convicted of attempted murder and assault.

Teen Attacker Gets 13 Years for Bus Stop Stabbings

A 15-year-old individual has received a 13-year sentence for a violent incident at a bus stop in Kirkby. The attack, which took place on April 30, saw the teenager stab one girl in the chest and another boy numerous times. The severity of the assaults prompted a significant emergency service response, with over a dozen vehicles attending the scene.

Witnesses present at the time described the situation as deeply distressing. The attacker, who was 14 at the time of the offenses and cannot be named for legal reasons, was apprehended at his home shortly after the incident. He was later brought before Liverpool Crown Court.

At court, the teenager was found guilty of multiple charges, including attempted murder, assault, and possession of an offensive weapon. The conviction and subsequent sentencing bring a legal conclusion to the shocking events that transpired at the bus stop.