Liverpool boss Arne Slot addresses serious incident after winning another trophy
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been named the League Managers Association's manager of the year after leading his side to the Premier League title, but he was not there to accept the trophy
Arne Slot has paid tributes to the emergency services who attended to those injured by the terrifying incident during Liverpool's Premier League trophy parade. Police said around 65 people were injured after a car ploughed into pedestrians in the city centre on Monday.
A 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, suspicion of driving while unfit through drugs and dangerous driving offences. The incident on Water Street overshadowed Liverpool's celebrations and prompted the club to postpone further events on Tuesday for staff.
Liverpool issued a statement on Tuesday which mentioned the "unimaginable scenes of distress" that "this appalling incident" caused. And Slot decided not to attend the League Managers Association's annual awards dinner on Tuesday evening in London as a result.
The Dutchman sent a letter to the LMA apologising for his absence, which meant he was unable to accept the LMA Manager of the Year award in person, having secured the Premier League title in his debut campaign with the Reds.
He wrote: 'As you will know, a shocking incident took place in Liverpool yesterday, one that left dozens of men, women and children who had attended our parade injured and as a result I have had to withdraw from the event out of solidarity with all affected.
'This is not a decision I have taken lightly, but it is one that I feel is absolutely right given the seriousness of the situation. I hope that I have your understanding in this regard.
'I would like to take this opportunity to thank the wider football community, including the LMA itself, the Premier League and many clubs who will be represented tonight, for the support we have received over the last 24 hours. Football is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this.
'If you would indulge me, I would also like to pay tribute to the emergency services and other authorities in Liverpool who swung into action as soon as the incident happened.
"Along with the supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need, I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us.'
Slot was disappointed not to be able to accept the award, which is voted for by his managerial peers, from legendary Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.
Slot added: 'Sir Alex, I look forward to meeting with you at a later date to receive my trophy from you. I also look forward to attending my first LMA Annual Awards dinner on a future occasion.
"Thank you once again for your understanding and support. Enjoy your evening and if you could join me in keeping those affected by yesterday's events in your thoughts and prayers it would be very much appreciated.'
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