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A murder suspect was arrested after a teenager named locally as Nyle Corrigan, 19, was shot and killed in a “cold-blooded” street execution.
Emergency services were called to Boode Croft’s cul-de-sac in Stockbridge Village around 6.30 p.m. Thursday.
Nyle was found injured on the ground and, despite the best efforts of the emergency services, sadly died shortly thereafter.
Merseyside police launched a murder investigation. His family has been informed.
Inspector Tony O’Brien said: “This was a cold-blooded attack on a residential street.”
Now police have confirmed that a 33-year-old man from Huyton has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Nyle, whose death has sparked a torrent of grief and anger.
A Merseyside police spokesman said: “We have arrested a man on suspicion of murder following a fatal shooting in Stockbridge Village. Thursday night (Nov 12, 2020).”
He added: “Following investigations, a 33-year-old man from Huyton was arrested this morning (Friday, November 13) on suspicion of murder and taken into custody for questioning.”
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House-to-house investigations have been conducted and high-visibility patrols in the area have been intensified to reassure the local community.
An autopsy will be carried out by the Ministry of the Interior to establish the cause of death and the relatives of the victim will be informed.
A police cordon around the crime scene that included several small stores remained at the scene today.
Locals said they heard a single knock and residents said Nyle was shot in a patch of grass.
Hundreds of tributes have flooded social media to the teenager, as people expressed shock and anguish at the news.
Paying tribute, a friend wrote: “19 years and already gone. SEVEN YEARS. I am heartbroken.
“Rest in peace Nyle always in our hearts.”
Another wrote: “Absolutely heartbreaking, rest in peace Nyle thinking of your mom and your family.”
Many ECHO readers also expressed their condolences to the family on Facebook and Twitter, as they criticized those responsible.
Fran De Asha said: “Too bad. What a waste of life my heart goes out to the parents and family of this young man.”
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Sinead Colquhoun said, “My God, what is this world about?”
ECHO reader Toni Hughes said: “Very sad. RIP beautiful soul.
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Kim Marie Chaloner said: “This is terribly sad RIP send love to your family and friends. Xx”
Laydee Langlois said: “A heinous and repulsive crime!
“My thoughts with the young man’s family and friends.”
Marie Al-Ramadhan said: “My heart breaks with the young man’s family and friends. RIP.”
Shortly after the murder, Detective Inspector Tony O’Brien shared his condolences with the man’s family and once again issued a statement condemning those who continue to use guns on our streets.
Anyone with information that could help detectives with their inquiries should contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555111.
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