Two Men Jailed for Brutal Bike Assault in Rock Ferry
Violent Attack Caught Near Busy Street
Kieran Salkeld, 28, and Jake Duffy, 22, both from Beechwood, Wirral, have been locked up for their savage attack on a cyclist. The pair, driving a red Vauxhall Crossland, chased down and assaulted the victim near Bedford Road and Highfield Road, Rock Ferry, at noon on December 23.
Sentences Handed Down at Liverpool Crown Court
- Salkeld got 27 months for assault and 9 months for affray.
- Duffy was sentenced to two years for assault plus 9 months for affray.
The victim suffered multiple injuries to his face and lower back and needed hospital treatment.
Police Praise Community After Conviction
Duffy was hauled in on January 5, and Salkeld followed two days later. Both men faced charges of affray and attempted grievous bodily harm on January 9.
“Salkeld and Duffy showed no remorse as they brutally attacked their victim in broad daylight on a residential street in front of witnesses,” said Detective Inspector Anna Hackett.
“This violent attack shook our community. I thank the residents who helped police with the investigation. This conviction sends a clear message: Merseyside won’t tolerate street violence.”
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