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27-05-2025
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Liverpool police forces were blindsided by parade car incident despite 'months of preparations'
On Monday, a 53-year-old man is believed to have acted alone in driving into a crowd near Liverpool City Center at the tail end of the Reds' parade commemorating the club's 20th league title. He has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Merseyside Police assistant chief constable Jenny Simms gave a press conference on Tuesday afternoon addressing how the driver was able to enter the closed-off Water Street, citing how the suspect was "able to follow an ambulance" only "after the road block was temporarily lifted so that the ambulance crew could attend to a member of teh public who was having a suspected heart attack." 'We had worked extensively with event organizers and key partner agencies in the months ahead of the potential parade," Simms stated. READ MORE: Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Caoimhin Kelleher latest, Milos Kerkez and Florian Wirtz updates READ MORE: Mohamed Salah faces backlash for social media post after Liverpool parade crash "A robust traffic plan was in place, which included a number of local authority road closures throughout the route and the city center." "This included Water Street, which was closed to traffic," she continued. It is believed that the driver of the Ford Galaxy car involved in this incident was able to follow an ambulance onto Water Street after the roadblock was temporarily lifted so that the ambulance crew could attend to a member of the public who was having a suspected heart attack." "There was no intelligence to suggest an incident of this nature would take place. And as we previously stated, the incident is not being treated as terror." READ MORE: 50 Liverpool fans treated in hospital after horrific parade incident READ MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold sends heartfelt message to Liverpool after bus parade incident
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27-05-2025
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Dozens injured in UK after driver runs through crowd celebrating Liverpool win
Dozens of people were injured after a car drove through a crowd in England celebrating the Liverpool Football Club's Premier League title. David Kitchen of the North West Ambulance Service said at a press conference that 27 individuals in total were taken to the hospital for their injuries, including two with serious injuries, while 20 others were treated at the scene for minor injuries and didn't require hospitalization. Police said a 53-year-old white British man has been arrested following the incident, but they asked the public not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding the incident as extensive investigations are underway to learn more. Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Simms of the Merseyside Police said they received reports just after 6 p.m. local time as the parade celebrating the victory was ending that a car collided with multiple pedestrians in the city center. She said specialist officers have been made available for the injured and their families. Kitchen said four of the injured are children. Simms said authorities believe the 53-year-old man to be the driver of the vehicle and this to be an isolated incident. She said they're not searching for anyone else in connection with it, and it's not currently being treated as an act of terrorism. 'My thoughts are with all those injured in tonight's horrific incident, their families and friends, and all those affected by the terrible tragedy that has taken place today,' Simms said. 'I want to thank all the emergency services, partner agencies and members of the public who came to the assistance of the injured following this evening's shocking events.' Liverpool City Council member Liam Robinson said officials are working closely with the police in the investigation and reiterated calls on people not to speculate about the motives behind the incident and allow the police to conduct their inquiry. 'Liverpool is a city that has a proud history of coming together and supporting each other during challenging times,' Robinson said. 'I've no doubt that will again be the case over the coming days and weeks.' The BBC reported that eyewitnesses said the car hit a group of people before speeding up and then stopping. A BBC reporter said a group of men were running after the car trying to bang on the side of it. Another witness told the outlet the driver was beeping as he went through the crowd. United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the scene 'appalling' in a post on X and said his thoughts are with all who were injured or affected. 'I want to thank the police and emergency services for their swift and ongoing response to this shocking incident,' he said. 'I'm being kept updated on developments and ask that we give the police the space they need to investigate.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
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Joyous Liverpool FC Victory Parade Ends With Tragedy After 27 Injured In Vehicular Incident
It was meant to be a joyous day in Liverpool. Hundreds of thousans of Liverpool FC faithful from near and far crammed in along the 10 mile parade route to cheer on the Premier League champions a day after officially being handed the trophy. While the club won their first Premier League title, and 19th top flight title, back in 2020, fans were not able to celebrate properly due to COVID 19 restrictions. A year later the club did get their big parade after winning the Champions League, but it was still something special to have the supporters back to celebrate the club's top flight title in their first season under Arne Slot. The party along the parade route went on for hours as supporters braved the soggy weather, lining up as early as 6am to get a choice spot. The celebration quickly turned to a tragedy as a vehicle sped into a crowd of pedestrians on Water Street shortly after the team bus went past. First responders were on site quickly, and an unidentified 53 year old British white male was arrested. Emergency services cordoned off Water Street to and air ambulances were called in as the roads were still clogged with people. A joint press conference was held with leaders of the different emergency service branches and local authorities. Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Simms of the Merseyside Police, David Kitchen of the North West Ambulance Service, and Chief Fire Offices Nick Searle addressed the press. Jenny Simms said that they believe the man arrested was the driver of the car, and that this was an isolated incident. No additional detail was provided about the individual or motive. David Kitchen stated that 27 people were taken to hospital for their injuries, including four children. Two of those transported to the hospital are listed in serious condition. Many others were treated on site for minor injuries, and several other people have gone to the hospital themselves to be treated. Nick Sear added that fire crews were able to quickly free four people who were trapped under the car. While very much a tragedy, the fact that there were no fatalities is an absolute blessing. Due to the close proximity of emergency services on hand for the parade, those injured were able to be seen to quickly. Our hearts go out to all affected by this incident. More from Newcastle United Reportedly Bid for Liverpool Striker Barcelona Reportedly Preparing £132M Coutinho Bid Catalan Press Claim Philippe Coutinho has Chosen Barcelona Shirt Number Rumour Mongering: Reds In For Roma Keeper Alisson Barcelona Claim They've Shown Liverpool 'Respect' in Coutinho Chase Adam Lallana Is Ready To Compete Emre Can Expected to Remain at Liverpool Until Summer
