A TEENAGER and a woman were arrested yesterday, Tuesday, after a man was sprayed with liquid from a canister.

An argument broke out on Thomas Drive in Prescot shortly after 9am before a woman was accused of spraying liquid at a 35-year-old man.

It was then alleged that the man was threatened with a knife.

The victim was not hurt after the incident and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.

A 16-year-old boy from Prescot was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article in public and affray.

A 43-year-old woman from Prescot was arrested on suspicion of possession of a weapon for the discharge of a noxious liquid and affray.

They have been released under investigation.

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People can also call 101 quoting incident reference 19100612914 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.