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North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- North Wales Chronicle
Virgil van Dijk ‘praying for speedy recovery' for those hurt in parade incident
Merseyside Police said a 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drugs after a car struck pedestrians on Water Street, close to where the parade had finished, with more than 50 people injured – including one child who was seriously hurt. As of Tuesday afternoon, 11 people remained in hospital and were said to be in stable condition. More than 50 people were initially taken to hospital, with others treated at the scene. Van Dijk wrote on an Instagram Story: 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Van Dijk's team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold, who was born and grew up in West Derby close to the club's former Melwood training ground, expressed his sympathies on Instagram, adding: 'The city will continue to pull together as it always does.' Fellow Scouser and former captain Steven Gerrard wrote on Instagram he was 'shocked, sickened, and saddened'. Ex-Reds manager Jurgen Klopp, who attended Sunday's game against Crystal Palace and watched Monday's parade from close to where the incident would later occur, said his family were 'shocked and devastated'. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll never walk alone,' he added on Instagram. Our CEO Billy Hogan has issued a message following the incident that occurred on Water Street during Monday's trophy parade in the city. — Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 27, 2025 Liverpool chief executive Billy Hogan, who paid tribute to the emergency services and hospital staff, said in a video posted on the club's website: 'This weekend was one of celebration, emotion and joy spread across the city in our entire fan base, and it ended in unimaginable scenes of distress with this appalling incident. 'I would also like to thank our supporters who witnessed this event and helped each other where they could. 'We continue to work with the emergency services and the local authorities to support their ongoing investigation and once again we would ask if anyone has any further information about the incident, please contact Merseyside Police.' Liverpool's local rivals Everton said they were 'deeply saddened by the horrific incident'. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected at this incredibly difficult time and we extend our best wishes for a full recovery to those who were injured,' said a statement. The King said he had been 'deeply shocked and saddened', adding: 'It is truly devastating to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for many could end in such distressing circumstances. 'At this heartbreaking time for the people of Liverpool, I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need. 'Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with all those who have been affected, and my special gratitude goes out to the first responders, emergency services personnel and other individuals who rushed to the aid of the injured.' A message from The King following the terrible incident in Liverpool on Monday evening. — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 27, 2025 The Prince and Princess of Wales said they were 'deeply saddened' by the scenes. William, who is patron of the Football Association, and his wife Kate said in a personal message on social media: 'What should have been a joyful celebration ended with tragedy. 'Our thoughts are with those who were injured and to the first responders and emergency services on the ground.' Merseyside Police said a 53-year-old white, British man from West Derby had been arrested, 'on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences, and driving whilst unfit through drugs'. Detective Chief Superintendent Karen Jaundrill added: 'He remains in custody where he is being interviewed.' Footage of the incident circulating online appeared to show people in the crowd following Liverpool's celebrations attempting to get close to the driver of the car, with one managing to open the driver's door. Videos then appeared to show the driver close the car door before suddenly speeding up and veering into pedestrians on both sides of the crowded street. Officers quickly surrounded the car as witnesses attempted to stop the driver, who was eventually detained by police. The Prime Minister said he was in close contact with Liverpool metro mayor Steve Rotheram about the incident, adding: 'Scenes of joy turned to utter horror and devastation, and my thoughts and the thoughts of the whole country are with all of those that are affected, those injured, which of course includes children, their families, their friends, the whole community, Liverpool fans everywhere.'
South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- South Wales Guardian
Virgil van Dijk ‘praying for speedy recovery' for those hurt in parade incident
Merseyside Police said a 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drugs after a car struck pedestrians on Water Street, close to where the parade had finished, with more than 50 people injured – including one child who was seriously hurt. As of Tuesday afternoon, 11 people remained in hospital and were said to be in stable condition. More than 50 people were initially taken to hospital, with others treated at the scene. Van Dijk wrote on an Instagram Story: 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Van Dijk's team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold, who was born and grew up in West Derby close to the club's former Melwood training ground, expressed his sympathies on Instagram, adding: 'The city will continue to pull together as it always does.' Fellow Scouser and former captain Steven Gerrard wrote on Instagram he was 'shocked, sickened, and saddened'. Ex-Reds manager Jurgen Klopp, who attended Sunday's game against Crystal Palace and watched Monday's parade from close to where the incident would later occur, said his family were 'shocked and devastated'. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll never walk alone,' he added on Instagram. Our CEO Billy Hogan has issued a message following the incident that occurred on Water Street during Monday's trophy parade in the city. — Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 27, 2025 Liverpool chief executive Billy Hogan, who paid tribute to the emergency services and hospital staff, said in a video posted on the club's website: 'This weekend was one of celebration, emotion and joy spread across the city in our entire fan base, and it ended in unimaginable scenes of distress with this appalling incident. 'I would also like to thank our supporters who witnessed this event and helped each other where they could. 'We continue to work with the emergency services and the local authorities to support their ongoing investigation and once again we would ask if anyone has any further information about the incident, please contact Merseyside Police.' Liverpool's local rivals Everton said they were 'deeply saddened by the horrific incident'. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected at this incredibly difficult time and we extend our best wishes for a full recovery to those who were injured,' said a statement. The King said he had been 'deeply shocked and saddened', adding: 'It is truly devastating to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for many could end in such distressing circumstances. 'At this heartbreaking time for the people of Liverpool, I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need. 'Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with all those who have been affected, and my special gratitude goes out to the first responders, emergency services personnel and other individuals who rushed to the aid of the injured.' A message from The King following the terrible incident in Liverpool on Monday evening. — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 27, 2025 The Prince and Princess of Wales said they were 'deeply saddened' by the scenes. William, who is patron of the Football Association, and his wife Kate said in a personal message on social media: 'What should have been a joyful celebration ended with tragedy. 'Our thoughts are with those who were injured and to the first responders and emergency services on the ground.' Merseyside Police said a 53-year-old white, British man from West Derby had been arrested, 'on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences, and driving whilst unfit through drugs'. Detective Chief Superintendent Karen Jaundrill added: 'He remains in custody where he is being interviewed.' Footage of the incident circulating online appeared to show people in the crowd following Liverpool's celebrations attempting to get close to the driver of the car, with one managing to open the driver's door. Videos then appeared to show the driver close the car door before suddenly speeding up and veering into pedestrians on both sides of the crowded street. Officers quickly surrounded the car as witnesses attempted to stop the driver, who was eventually detained by police. The Prime Minister said he was in close contact with Liverpool metro mayor Steve Rotheram about the incident, adding: 'Scenes of joy turned to utter horror and devastation, and my thoughts and the thoughts of the whole country are with all of those that are affected, those injured, which of course includes children, their families, their friends, the whole community, Liverpool fans everywhere.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Virgil van Dijk makes strong claim over Liverpool partner Ibrahima Konate - 'wasn't as good'
Virgil van Dijk believes Ibrahima Konate is a better player than he was at the same age as he revealed how the Liverpool defender wants to follow in his footsteps. Van Dijk and Konate formed a strong centre-back partnership this season, starting 29 out of 38 Premier League games together as the Reds romped to a record-equalling 20th championship. Konate, who turned 26 at the weekend, has now made 132 appearances for Liverpool having arrived from RB Leipzig for £36million back in the summer of 2021. Van Dijk was six months older when he signed for Liverpool in January 2018 after which he has gone on to cement his position as a club legend and skipper the side to their latest title triumph. READ MORE: I was on Liverpool parade bus and saw a city put its heart and soul on show to the world READ MORE: Liverpool postpone Premier League title celebration events after parade car incident And the 33-year-old has revealed how Konate is now keen to assume the same leadership qualities. 'Ibou is a good friend and an excellent defender," said Van Dijk. "He's fast, strong and he wants to become a leader. 'He's getting there because he's improving. I think he's had his best season since he arrived. "As your career progresses, you understand better how your body adapts to different situations. In any case, when I was his age, I wasn't as good as him.' Konate is approaching the final 12 months of his current contract at Liverpool and addressed his future over the weekend. But when asked if the Frenchman was the best centre-back he'd played alongside at Liverpool, Van Dijk added: 'I wouldn't say he's the best (yet), because I played at Liverpool alongside Joe Gomez, with whom I also formed a great partnership at the back." Van Dijk was speaking to L'Equipe at the weekend in a long, wide-ranging interview looking at the Liverpool's Premier League title-winning campaign and his time at Anfield. The Holland international was also asked for his opinion on who will prevail in Saturday's Champions League final, with Paris Saint-Germain - who eliminated the Reds in the round of 16 - taking on Inter Milan. 'PSG favourites? No, I don't think so," said Van Dijk. "I played against PSG recently and they made a strong impression on me. 'But as for Inter, I've played against them in the past and I know two of their players well, my compatriots Denzel Dumfries and Stefan De Vrij. Perhaps Inter have a little more experience than PSG, given that they recently played in the Champions League final (in 2023 against Manchester City).' Van Dijk added: 'I was very impressed by PSG's style of play, the individual quality of their players and the effort they showed. It was quite surprising that we won after they had dominated us, but these things happen in football.'In the return match, we could have scored in the first 20 minutes, which would have changed the course of the match. In the end, the game was quite balanced and it went to penalties.'
The 42
2 days ago
- The 42
Virgil van Dijk ‘praying for speedy recovery' for those hurt in parade incident
LIVERPOOL CAPTAIN VIRGIL van Dijk is 'praying for a speedy recovery' for those hurt after a car ploughed into a crowd following the Reds' Premier League trophy parade in the city on Monday evening. A 53-year-old man was arrested after a car struck several pedestrians on Water Street, close to where the parade had finished, with 50 people injured – including one child who was seriously hurt. In a post on Instagram Stories, Van Dijk wrote: 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Screen grab taken from Instagram of a story posted by Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk. Virgil van Dijk / Instagram. Virgil van Dijk / Instagram. / Instagram. Van Dijk's post came after his former boss Jurgen Klopp, who attended Sunday's final game of the season against Crystal Palace before watching Monday's parade from a position on the Strand, close to where the incident would later occur on Water Street, offered support to those affected in his own post. 'My family and I are shocked and devastated,' Klopp wrote on Instagram. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll never walk alone.' Liverpool chief executive Billy Hogan said in a video posted on the club's website: 'This weekend was one of celebration, emotion and joy spread across the city in our entire fan base, and it ended in unimaginable scenes of distress with this appalling incident. 'I'd like to pay tribute to our emergency services and partner agencies – Merseyside Police, North West and St John Ambulance Services, and Merseyside Fire and Rescue – who dealt with the incident, and now our hospital staff across the city who are dealing with those who are injured, including tragically four children. 'I would also like to thank our supporters who witnessed this event and helped each other where they could. Advertisement 'We continue to work with the emergency services and the local authorities to support their ongoing investigation and once again we would ask if anyone has any further information about the incident, please contact Merseyside Police.' Our CEO Billy Hogan has issued a message following the incident that occurred on Water Street during Monday's trophy parade in the city. — Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 27, 2025 Liverpool's local rivals Everton issued their own statement saying they were 'deeply saddened by the horrific incident' and calling on anybody with information regarding it to contact Merseyside Police. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected at this incredibly difficult time and we extend our best wishes for a full recovery to those who were injured,' the statement read. Merseyside Police said the suspect was the driver of the car, white, British and from the Liverpool area, and added that it was not being treated as terrorism. Liverpool's metro mayor Steve Rotheram said four people are still 'very, very ill in hospital', and said the 'big question' is what the car was doing on a closed road. Speaking to reporters at the scene on Tuesday, Rotheram said: 'Water Street was not a route where vehicles were supposed to be using it, it was blocked off. 'At this end of it, which is the direction that it was coming in, towards The Strand, there were literally hundreds of thousands of people here, so no vehicle would have got through anyway. 'The questions, I suppose, are legitimate, but we have to give the police the time to conclude their investigations, which is what they're doing.' Footage of the incident circulating online appeared to show people in the crowd following Liverpool's celebrations attempting to get close to the driver of the car, with one managing to open the driver's car door. Videos then appeared to show the driver close the car door before suddenly speeding up and veering into pedestrians on both sides of the crowded street. Water St the morning after the tragic events. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo The clips posted on social media then showed people from the crowds attempt 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. The Prime Minister said he was in close contact with Rotheram about the incident, adding: 'Scenes of joy turned to utter horror and devastation, and my thoughts and the thoughts of the whole country are with all of those that are affected, those injured, which of course includes children, their families, their friends, the whole community, Liverpool fans everywhere.' Sir Keir Starmer also said it was a 'matter for the police' that they gave details about the man who was arrested. Nick Searle, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service chief fire officer, said four people who were trapped under the car, including a child, were rescued by firefighters. At a press conference late on Monday evening, Dave Kitchin from North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) said 27 people were taken to hospital and 20 people were treated at the scene, with four children among the injured. He said two of those taken to hospital, including one of the children, suffered serious injuries.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Virgil van Dijk ‘praying for speedy recovery' for those hurt in parade incident
A 53-year-old man was arrested after a car struck several pedestrians on Water Street, close to where the parade had finished, with 50 people injured – including one child who was seriously hurt. In a post on Instagram Stories, Van Dijk wrote: 'My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Praying for a speedy recovery for everyone who suffered injuries. We are all with you.' Screen grab taken from Instagram of a story posted by Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk (Virgil van Dijk/Instagram) Van Dijk's post came after his former boss Jurgen Klopp, who attended Sunday's final game of the season against Crystal Palace before watching Monday's parade from a position on the Strand, close to where the incident would later occur on Water Street, offered support to those affected in his own post. 'My family and I are shocked and devastated,' Klopp wrote on Instagram. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll never walk alone.' Liverpool chief executive Billy Hogan said in a video posted on the club's website: 'This weekend was one of celebration, emotion and joy spread across the city in our entire fan base, and it ended in unimaginable scenes of distress with this appalling incident. Our CEO Billy Hogan has issued a message following the incident that occurred on Water Street during Monday's trophy parade in the city. — Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 27, 2025 'I'd like to pay tribute to our emergency services and partner agencies – Merseyside Police, North West and St John Ambulance Services, and Merseyside Fire and Rescue – who dealt with the incident, and now our hospital staff across the city who are dealing with those who are injured, including tragically four children. 'I would also like to thank our supporters who witnessed this event and helped each other where they could. 'We continue to work with the emergency services and the local authorities to support their ongoing investigation and once again we would ask if anyone has any further information about the incident, please contact Merseyside Police.' Liverpool's local rivals Everton issued their own statement saying they were 'deeply saddened by the horrific incident' and calling on anybody with information regarding it to contact Merseyside Police. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected at this incredibly difficult time and we extend our best wishes for a full recovery to those who were injured,' the statement read. Merseyside Police said the suspect was the driver of the car, white, British and from the Liverpool area, and added that it was not being treated as terrorism. Emergency services help a fan after the incident (Owen Humphreys/PA) Liverpool's metro mayor Steve Rotheram said four people are still 'very, very ill in hospital', and said the 'big question' is what the car was doing on a closed road. Speaking to reporters at the scene on Tuesday, Rotheram said: 'Water Street was not a route where vehicles were supposed to be using it, it was blocked off. 'At this end of it, which is the direction that it was coming in, towards The Strand, there were literally hundreds of thousands of people here, so no vehicle would have got through anyway. 'The questions, I suppose, are legitimate, but we have to give the police the time to conclude their investigations, which is what they're doing.' Footage of the incident circulating online appeared to show people in the crowd following Liverpool's celebrations attempting to get close to the driver of the car, with one managing to open the driver's car door. (PA Graphics) Videos then appeared to show the driver close the car door before suddenly speeding up and veering into pedestrians on both sides of the crowded street. The clips posted on social media then showed people from the crowds attempt 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. The scene in Water Street near the Liver Building in Liverpool city centre on Tuesday morning (Peter Byrne/PA) The Prime Minister said he was in close contact with Rotheram about the incident, adding: 'Scenes of joy turned to utter horror and devastation, and my thoughts and the thoughts of the whole country are with all of those that are affected, those injured, which of course includes children, their families, their friends, the whole community, Liverpool fans everywhere.' Sir Keir Starmer also said it was a 'matter for the police' that they gave details about the man who was arrested. Nick Searle, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service chief fire officer, said four people who were trapped under the car, including a child, were rescued by firefighters. At a press conference late on Monday evening, Dave Kitchin from North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) said 27 people were taken to hospital and 20 people were treated at the scene, with four children among the injured. He said two of those taken to hospital, including one of the children, suffered serious injuries.
