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Reports of stabbing spark police response in Southport

The pub has been cordoned off after reports of a stabbing. Credit: Google Maps

A major police response has been sparked after reports of a stabbing in Southport.

A cordon is in place around The Coronation pub on King Street.

The victim is believed to have tried to escape into the Subway branch on the corner of King Street and Eastbank Street. Credit: Google Maps

Forensic officers have been seen inside the Subway branch on the corner of King Street and Eastbank Street after reports the victim tried to escape inside.

At least one person is believed to have been taken to hospital.

A police helicopter has been seen above the area. It is not known if the perpetrator has been caught.