Chaos at Liverpool Trophy Parade as Car Hits Crowd: One Detained
Liverpool, UK: Authorities have reported an incident that happened during Liverpool FC Premier League trophy parade. What was meant to be a joyful and historic celebration turned into a shocking and chaotic scene after a vehicle drove into a crowd of Liverpool FC supporters during the club’s Premier League trophy parade on Monday evening.
Thousands had gathered in the heart of the city to mark Liverpool’s milestone 20th league title, but the festivities were abruptly halted by an incident that left multiple people injured and emergency services scrambling to respond.
Incident Overview
At approximately 6:00 PM, emergency services received distress calls about a car that had collided with pedestrians on Water Street, a major thoroughfare in Liverpool’s city centre. Eyewitnesses at the scene described the vehicle as having “rammed through” a densely packed section of the crowd.
One witness recounted, “It came out of nowhere. People were screaming and trying to get out of the way. Then others rushed toward the car and managed to stop it.”
Shortly after the incident, the driver was reportedly removed from the vehicle by a group of bystanders and restrained until police arrived. The individual was then detained at the scene by Merseyside Police, who quickly cordoned off the area.
Police & Emergency Services Respond Swiftly
In an official statement, Merseyside Police confirmed the details of the collision:
“We were contacted at just after 6 PM today, Monday 26 May, following reports a car had been in collision with a number of pedestrians on Water Street. The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained. Emergency services are currently on-site.”
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First responders, including paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement, flooded the area moments after the initial reports. Several ambulances were dispatched, and the North West Air Ambulance was seen landing nearby to assist with the medical evacuation of the injured.
A representative for the North West Ambulance Service added:
“We are currently assessing the situation and working with other emergency services. Our priority is to ensure those injured receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible.”
According to BBC journalist Warren Moran, at least three injured individuals were seen being carried away on stretchers.
“There is a heavy police and ambulance presence, and first responders are working quickly to treat the wounded,” Moran reported. “The atmosphere shifted in an instant—from celebration to confusion and fear.”
Video clips and images from the scene, now circulating widely on social media, show visibly shaken fans, emergency crews attending to victims, and police securing the surrounding streets to prevent further incidents.
Celebration Turns Tragic
Earlier in the day, Liverpool FC had kicked off a massive 15-kilometer Premier League trophy parade through the city to celebrate their league victory. The event drew an estimated 750,000 supporters, making it one of the largest public gatherings in Liverpool’s recent history.
With red flares lighting up the sky and chants echoing through the streets, the city had been in high spirits, commemorating what many consider to be one of Liverpool’s most successful seasons. The team was aboard an open-top bus, waving to fans and holding the Premier League trophy aloft as they made their way through a sea of supporters.
Unfortunately, the celebrations took a dark turn when the vehicle plowed into the crowd, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend nearby parade activities and redirect the public away from the area for safety.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have confirmed that the detained driver remains in police custody as an investigation is launched to determine the motive behind the incident. At this time, it is unclear whether the collision was accidental or intentional.
Police have urged anyone who witnessed the incident or captured footage on their phones to come forward and share it with investigators. Detectives are also reviewing CCTV footage from surrounding buildings to piece together the events leading up to the crash.
Public Advisory
As of Monday night, Water Street remains closed off, and officials are requesting that the public avoid the area to allow emergency services to continue their work.
A Merseyside Police spokesperson said:
“We appreciate the cooperation of the public and ask for patience as we work through the details. Our priority is ensuring the safety of all attendees and those impacted.”
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