Forty-seven people, including children, are injured as a driver crashes into a parade celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League win, prompting an investigation by police who believe it to be an isolated incident and not terror-related.
Car Plows into Crowd at Liverpool Parade, Leaving Many Injured
Car Plows into Crowd at Liverpool Parade, Leaving Many Injured
A tragic incident at the Liverpool F.C. victory parade results in numerous injuries after a car collided with celebrating fans.
The Merseyside Police reported an unfortunate event unfolded in Liverpool on Monday when a dark-colored vehicle collided with a large crowd celebrating Liverpool’s triumph in the Premier League.
Around 6 p.m. local time, authorities received distress calls about the collision. Eyewitness footage showed the car swaying into pedestrians, causing chaos as spectators rushed to help those in need. The driver was reported to have tried to flee after striking the crowd, but was eventually apprehended.
Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims of Merseyside Police confirmed that the incident is considered isolated and they are not seeking additional suspects at this time.
The arrested individual is a 53-year-old man, reportedly from the Liverpool area, and is believed to be the driver responsible for the rammed vehicle.
In total, forty-seven individuals were harmed during the episode, which included four children among the victims. Emergency services proceeded to transport twenty-seven of the injured to hospitals, with two of these cases—one being a child—reported to have serious injuries. Others were treated at the scene for minor injuries, while four individuals were trapped beneath the vehicle, requiring urgent assistance.
Emergency personnel attended to the scene rapidly, with a paramedic on foot being struck, but fortunately escaping without major harm.
The crash transpired on Water Street, within Liverpool's city center, at the conclusion of a celebratory 10-mile parade.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer characterized the events in Liverpool as "appalling” and expressed his concern for those affected. Liverpool F.C. also extended support to local authorities and emergency services during this incident, asserting their commitment to assist where necessary.
The community is now in a state of shock as investigations continue surrounding the circumstances of this distressing event.
Around 6 p.m. local time, authorities received distress calls about the collision. Eyewitness footage showed the car swaying into pedestrians, causing chaos as spectators rushed to help those in need. The driver was reported to have tried to flee after striking the crowd, but was eventually apprehended.
Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims of Merseyside Police confirmed that the incident is considered isolated and they are not seeking additional suspects at this time.
The arrested individual is a 53-year-old man, reportedly from the Liverpool area, and is believed to be the driver responsible for the rammed vehicle.
In total, forty-seven individuals were harmed during the episode, which included four children among the victims. Emergency services proceeded to transport twenty-seven of the injured to hospitals, with two of these cases—one being a child—reported to have serious injuries. Others were treated at the scene for minor injuries, while four individuals were trapped beneath the vehicle, requiring urgent assistance.
Emergency personnel attended to the scene rapidly, with a paramedic on foot being struck, but fortunately escaping without major harm.
The crash transpired on Water Street, within Liverpool's city center, at the conclusion of a celebratory 10-mile parade.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer characterized the events in Liverpool as "appalling” and expressed his concern for those affected. Liverpool F.C. also extended support to local authorities and emergency services during this incident, asserting their commitment to assist where necessary.
The community is now in a state of shock as investigations continue surrounding the circumstances of this distressing event.
