Key Points
- A 23-year-old man died after coming off his electrically assisted pedal cycle on Back Falkner Street South in Liverpool.
- The incident occurred at 3.15pm on Friday 13 February following an attempt by police to stop him during a proactive operation.
- The man made contact with a stationary police van, received first aid at the scene, and was taken to hospital where he died shortly after.
- Merseyside Police is cooperating with an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct, with a post-mortem pending.
- Back Falkner Street South was blocked as part of the police response to the incident.
Liverpool (Liverpool Standard) February 16, 2026 – A main road in Liverpool remains blocked following a police incident on Friday that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old electric bike rider.
Merseyside Police confirmed the man came off his electrically assisted pedal cycle on Back Falkner Street South after officers attempted to stop him during a proactive operation. The collision involved a stationary police van, and first aid was administered at the scene before he was rushed to hospital.
What happened during the police incident?
According to ITV News Granada, officers were notified at 3.15pm on Friday 13 February that the 23-year-old had come off his bike on Back Falkner Street South in Liverpool. The force stated the man made contact with a stationary police van as part of efforts to stop him and conduct enquiries. An ambulance arrived at 3.23pm, and paramedics transported him to hospital where he died a short time later.
As reported by ITV News Granada, Merseyside Police administered first aid and CPR at the scene, and a post-mortem examination will determine the cause of death. The force expressed condolences to the man’s family and urged the public not to speculate or share misinformation.
Why is Merseyside Police under investigation?
Merseyside Police is fully cooperating with an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct into the circumstances of the incident. ITV News Granada reporting indicates the probe follows the fatal collision during the police operation on Back Falkner Street South.
What details have police released about the operation?
ITV News Granada detailed that officers were engaged in a proactive operation when they attempted to stop the rider. The police van was stationary at the time of contact, and emergency response was immediate, with first aid provided before hospital transfer.
What are the road closures and impacts?
Back Falkner Street South has been blocked since the incident, with live updates confirming ongoing closures as investigations continue. Merseyside Police has not specified a reopening timeline, prioritising the IOPC inquiry and family support.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area amid the police incident response, according to reports from ITV News Granada.
