Within two hours of the incident, a 53-year-old white British man was arrested by Merseyside Police from the Liverpool area; police said the incident is not being treated as terror-related
Liverpool supporters celebrate during the victory parade, in Liverpool, England, on Monday. PICS/AFP
At least 50 people, including four children, have been injured after a car ploughed into a crowd Water Street during Liverpool’s Premier League football victory parade. The incident took place on Monday evening (local time) when thousands of people were on the streets of Liverpool to celebrate Liverpool FC winning the Premier League.
Of the 50 people injured, four children “are still very, very ill in hospital”, Liverpool City Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram said on Tuesday. Within two hours of the incident, a 53-year-old white British man was arrested by Merseyside Police from the Liverpool area.
Police said the incident is not being treated as terror-related. Video clips on social media showed people in the crowd attempting to get close to the driver of the car, with one managing to open the driver’s car door. The driver then closed the car door, suddenly sped up and veered into pedestrians on both sides of the crowded street.
In the video clips, some people were seen trying to chase the driver, with some kicking the vehicle and smashing the back window. Officers quickly surrounded the car as witnesses attempted to stop the driver, who was eventually detained by police, while Four people who were trapped under the car, including a child, were rescued.
A total of 27 people were taken to the hospital while 20 were treated at the scene, with four children among the injured. Officials said two of those taken to the hospital, including one of the children, had serious injuries.
‘You’re Never Alone’
King Charles III
‘It is truly devastating... to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for so many could end in such distressing circumstances’
Virgil van Dijk, captain, Liverpool FC
‘My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Praying for a speedy recovery for those injured’
Kenny Dalglish, former player/ex-manager, Liverpool FC
‘Our anthem has never felt more appropriate… ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’. Your Liverpool family are behind you’
Jurgen Klopp, Ex-manager, Liverpool FC
‘Our thoughts are with all those affected. You’ll Never Walk Alone!’
Manchester Utd FC
‘Our thoughts are with LFC and the city of Liverpool. The thoughts of everyone at Manchester City are with those affected by the incident’
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