Police have arrested a man in Liverpool city centre after staff at a bar raised the alarm that women were being filmed underneath their clothing. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, July 16, when security officers on Wood Street flagged down police at around 1.10am.
Immediate response and arrest
A 33-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested at the scene on suspicion of voyeurism and breaching a sexual harm order. He remains in police custody while enquiries continue, Merseyside Police confirmed.
“We take incidents of this nature very seriously and would encourage anyone witnessing such behaviour to report it to staff or police,”
The comment was made by Chief Inspector Derek Riley, who highlighted the swift action by venue security and officers. He underlined that tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) remains a priority for Merseyside Police and stressed the importance of keeping public spaces safe for women and girls to live, work and visit.
What happened and what comes next
Details released by police indicate the allegation involved the use of a mobile phone to film women inside the venue. The force said the matter will be thoroughly investigated; beyond the arrest and the charges under investigation, no further operational details have been disclosed.
- Location: Wood Street, Liverpool city centre
- Time of incident: Approximately 1.10am, 16 July 2026
- Suspect: 33-year-old man from Liverpool (in custody)
- Allegations: Voyeurism and breach of a sexual harm order
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Police action | Arrest at scene; ongoing enquiries |
| Reporting advice | Contact venue staff or Merseyside Police; further guidance on police website |
Local impact and advice
Incidents of filming or upskirting in nightlife settings raise concerns about personal safety and the enforcement of sexual harm orders. The prompt intervention by security staff in this case is likely to be welcomed by campaigners and residents who emphasise the role of venue teams in preventing and reporting offences. Merseyside Police encourages anyone who witnesses inappropriate or predatory behaviour to report it immediately to staff or to officers so that swift action can be taken.
For those seeking more information on reporting and support, the force directs people to resources available on the Merseyside Police website, which includes advice on what to do if you are a victim or witness of sexual offences.
The arrested man remains in custody while enquiries continue and no further charges or court dates have been announced by police at this stage.
