27 people injured after car plows into crowd at Liverpool Premier League parade
A day of triumph turned tragic as a speeding car crashed into the crowd at Liverpool FC’s victory parade, leaving 27 injured and a city in shock.
A tragic incident occurred during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade when a car drove into a crowd of fans on Water Street in Liverpool city center. The vehicle, identified as a dark-grey Ford Galaxy, initially slowed before accelerating through the pedestrian area, striking multiple people. Eyewitnesses described the act as deliberate, with the car accelerating into the crowd, causing chaos and panic. A 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area was arrested at the scene. The motive behind the incident remains unclear, and authorities are investigating whether it was intentional or due to a health issue.
Emergency services responded swiftly, including air ambulances, police, and fire crews. Local hospitals were placed on high alert to treat the injured. Reports indicate that up to 27 people were injured in the incident, with several being stretchered away from the scene. The area was quickly cordoned off, and authorities urged the public not to share distressing footage or speculate on the motive while the investigation continues.
Witnesses describe horror as car accelerates into Liverpool FC parade crowd; leaders and clubs express condolences
Witnesses recounted the terrifying moments as the vehicle plowed into the crowd. One eyewitness described hearing the sound of people being hit and the deliberate nature of the act. Another mentioned that the car appeared to accelerate into the crowd, causing people to scream and run in panic. Some fans attempted to stop the vehicle and care for the injured before emergency services arrived.
Liverpool FC, Everton FC, the Premier League, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed their condolences and support for the victims. Prime Minister Starmer described the scenes in Liverpool as “appalling” and thanked the emergency services for their swift response. Liverpool FC stated that their thoughts and prayers were with those affected and offered support to emergency services.
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The incident has cast a shadow over Liverpool FC's historic Premier League victory celebration. Tens of thousands of fans had gathered in the city center to celebrate the team's 20th top-flight title. The parade had drawn families and fans into the city center, where flares, flags, and fireworks filled the air. The team’s celebratory buses crawled along a 10-mile route lined with supporters who braved stormy weather to be part of the moment.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident, with Merseyside Police leading the investigation, supported by counter-terrorism officers. They have urged the public not to speculate on the motive and to avoid sharing distressing content online. The community remains in shock following this horrific event, and the focus remains on supporting the victims and their families during this difficult time.
Car crash at Liverpool parade leaves 27 injured, including Child in serious condition
Merseyside Police responded swiftly after a vehicle collided with several pedestrians on Water Street during Liverpool FC’s victory parade. The driver was arrested at the scene. Later that night, North West Ambulance Service reported that 27 people were hospitalized, including two with serious injuries—one of them a child. Twenty others were treated on-site for minor wounds, and the overall emergency response was amplified due to the large crowd already present for the event.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue revealed that four individuals, including a child, were trapped under the vehicle and had to be rescued by lifting it. A paramedic cyclist was also struck but escaped injury. Authorities confirmed the incident occurred around 6 p.m. as the parade neared its end. Police stated this is being treated as an “isolated incident,” not linked to terrorism, and that no additional suspects are being sought at this time.
