Two in hospital after ‘large disturbance’ at Newsham Park event

Witnesses described a major emergency response, with around 15 police cars and ambulances at the scene

Two people have been taken to hospital following a “large disturbance” at an event in Liverpool this evening. Merseyside Police were called to a premises at Newsham Park Hospital on Orphan Drive just after 9pm on Friday, April 3.

Officers confirmed two men suffered head injuries and were taken to hospital, while the venue was evacuated. Witnesses described a major emergency response, with around 15 police cars and ambulances arriving as an event was taking place inside the former asylum building.

The incident brought an early end to a live set by DJ D.O.D, which had been due to continue until 10pm. Footage from inside the venue shows the moment the music was stopped, as a man on stage told the crowd: “Ladies and gentlemen, unfortunately due to an incident we have to stop,” prompting boos from those in attendance.

As people left the venue, many reported seeing a large emergency presence, with police vehicles and ambulances lining nearby streets.

One event-goer described the moment the night was cut short. He said: “We were all stood there and it was coming up to 9pm. We were waiting for his bangers to be played and then he just cut it short and said ‘due to an incident we need you all to get out. We won’t be playing anymore.’ Then we all started booing and it just went from 0 to 100 after that.”

Following the incident, DJ D.O.D apologised to fans on social media, saying: “Liverpool I’m so sorry the show was cut short, there were multiple incidents in the crowd which led to the police shutting down the show.

“This is the last thing I wanted but your safety means more to me than carrying on the show. Music is about coming together. Hope to see you all again soon.”

Police left the scene at around 10.30pm. Enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information can contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre with log 930 of Friday 3 April.

You can also report information via the police website: https://www.merseyside.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ or call 101.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously. In an emergency always call 999.

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