What was supposed to be a joyous day celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League victory, turned into a nightmare after a man drove into fans at the end of the parade.
Emergency services were called to Water Street just after 6pm on Monday with reports of the incident.
The car was stopped at the scene and a man was detained. Merseyside police have issed a updated statement following the incident:
“We would ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding tonight’s incident on Water Street in Liverpool city centre.
“We can confirm the man arrested is a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area.
“Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision.
“We would ask people not to share distressing content online but to send the footage or information directly to us MerPolCC or pass on information by calling 101 quoting log 784.
“Information can also be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Liverpool Football Club have also issued a statement, which reads
“Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident.
“We will continue to offer our full support to the emergency services and local authorities who are dealing with this incident.”
At this time, we do not know the extent of any injuries suffered or whether there have been any fatalities.
