The celebration turned dark when a car, driven by a local man, plowed into the crowd, injuring nearly 50 people, prompting strong reactions from authorities and the community.
Car Incident During Liverpool Parade Leaves Dozens Injured
Car Incident During Liverpool Parade Leaves Dozens Injured
A tragic car-ramming incident at Liverpool’s Premier League parade has resulted in multiple injuries, raising safety concerns.
The driver of a car caused chaos on Monday evening when he collided with a gathering of parade-goers in Liverpool, who were out to celebrate the local football club’s Premier League title. The incident, which happened at approximately 6 p.m. along Water Street, has left many injured, including four children.
The Merseyside Police were alerted after reports surfaced of the vehicular strike amidst a crowd of jubilant fans. Eyewitness videos circulating on social media depict a dark vehicle veering into the throng, resulting in chaos as bystanders rushed to assist those thrown to the ground and aid those caught beneath the vehicle. In a gripping moment captured on video, witnesses can be seen attempting to halt the driver, with one heroically prying open the driver’s door before being forced back as the vehicle accelerated away from the scene.
At a press briefing on Monday night, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims indicated that police believe the ramming to be an isolated incident and not linked to any terrorism-related motives. A 53-year-old local man was apprehended at the scene, with authorities confirming him as the suspected driver.
In terms of injuries, the ambulance service reported a total of 47 individuals affected, including four children. Out of the injured, 27 required hospital treatment, two of whom, including one child, sustained serious injuries. The paramedic on a bicycle, who was also hit, did not face critical health issues. Emergency services worked swiftly, rescuing four individuals temporarily trapped under the vehicle.
The incident occurred towards the end of the parade route in Liverpool city center. Local leaders expressed their outrage, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemning the event on social media and extending sympathies to the injured. Liverpool F.C. has communicated its support to emergency services in managing the aftermath of the incident.
The Merseyside Police were alerted after reports surfaced of the vehicular strike amidst a crowd of jubilant fans. Eyewitness videos circulating on social media depict a dark vehicle veering into the throng, resulting in chaos as bystanders rushed to assist those thrown to the ground and aid those caught beneath the vehicle. In a gripping moment captured on video, witnesses can be seen attempting to halt the driver, with one heroically prying open the driver’s door before being forced back as the vehicle accelerated away from the scene.
At a press briefing on Monday night, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims indicated that police believe the ramming to be an isolated incident and not linked to any terrorism-related motives. A 53-year-old local man was apprehended at the scene, with authorities confirming him as the suspected driver.
In terms of injuries, the ambulance service reported a total of 47 individuals affected, including four children. Out of the injured, 27 required hospital treatment, two of whom, including one child, sustained serious injuries. The paramedic on a bicycle, who was also hit, did not face critical health issues. Emergency services worked swiftly, rescuing four individuals temporarily trapped under the vehicle.
The incident occurred towards the end of the parade route in Liverpool city center. Local leaders expressed their outrage, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemning the event on social media and extending sympathies to the injured. Liverpool F.C. has communicated its support to emergency services in managing the aftermath of the incident.
