The Liverpool title parade took a devastating turn on Monday when a car ploughed into a crowd of celebrating fans in the city centre, injuring 50 people and hospitalising 27, including four children. The incident unfolded just moments after Liverpool FC’s open-top bus passed, amidst thousands of jubilant supporters.
What Happened:
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A car suddenly drove into a dense crowd of Liverpool fans gathered to celebrate the club’s Premier League achievement.
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Terrifying video footage circulating online captures the chaos:
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The car appears to swerve as it hits people.
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Screams erupt, with people trying to flee.
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Some fans were thrown into the air, others dragged beneath the vehicle.
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Several individuals were seen lying injured on the road as panic spread.
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Immediate Response:
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Emergency services, already nearby due to the parade, responded within minutes.
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Four people were trapped under the car and had to be rescued by firefighters.
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Police quickly surrounded the vehicle, and bystanders attempted to confront the driver before officers intervened.
Arrest:
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A 53-year-old white British man was arrested at the scene.
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Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident, though no motive has been confirmed yet.
Casualties:
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27 people were taken to the hospital.
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Among them, four were children.
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One child and one adult are in serious condition.
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Visuals from the scene show a heavy emergency presence, with fans being taken away on stretchers and receiving medical aid on-site.
National Reaction:
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident, calling it “appalling.”
“My thoughts are with all those injured or affected,” he said, adding gratitude to the police and emergency teams for their “swift and ongoing response.”
Ongoing Investigation:
Authorities are examining:
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Whether this was accidental, reckless driving, or intentional.
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Eyewitness accounts, video footage, and vehicle data.
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The suspect’s background and possible motives.
This incident has shocked football fans and the broader public, turning a day meant for celebration and unity into one marked by tragedy and fear. Further updates are expected as the police continue their investigation.
