Liverpool Parade Horror: Car Rams Crowds – Children Among Injured
A 53-year-old man has been arrested after a car ploughed into crowds celebrating Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade on Water Street.
The shocking crash happened just after 6pm on Monday, May 26, leaving 27 people hospitalised, including four children. Two victims, one a child, suffered serious injuries.
Police have ruled out terrorism, calling it a “horrific but isolated event.”
Inside the Chaos on Water Street
- A grey MPV smashed into crowds near Liffey Court in Liverpool city centre.
- 27 rushed to hospital; 20 others received treatment on the scene.
- Four victims, including a child, were trapped under the vehicle and rescued by fire crews.
- The driver, a 53-year-old white British man from the local area, was promptly arrested.
- Authorities confirm the incident is not being treated as a terror attack.
Council Leader Condemns Incident
Liverpool City Council leader Liam Robinson branded the event “appalling.” He said:
“It has cast a very dark shadow over what had been a joyous day for the city and the finale to a fabulous bank holiday weekend.”
Robinson thanked emergency services and urged the public not to share distressing footage online, advising people to forward it directly to the police.
Emergency Services: Rapid Response Saves Lives
Dave Kitchin from North West Ambulance Service confirmed their paramedics, including a cyclist paramedic who was struck but unharmed, acted swiftly.
- Victims taken to Royal Liverpool, Alder Hey, Arrowe Park, and Aintree University Hospitals.
- St John’s Ambulance, air ambulances, and Hazardous Area Response Teams were already in place due to parade preparations.
Nick Searle, Merseyside Fire and Rescue, revealed crews arrived within four minutes, lifting the vehicle to free three adults and one child trapped beneath:
“The quick response prevented more serious outcomes.”
Police Appeal for Calm and Information
Deputy Chief Constable Jenny Sims of Merseyside Police urged calm:
“This was a joyous day shattered by this incident. We ask the public to avoid speculation and share any information via 101 or Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.”
Reaction Floods Social Media
- “A dark day for Liverpool. Prayers for the victims.”
- “To the emergency crews — heroes, every single one.”
The Premier League, Liverpool FC, and Everton FC all issued statements expressing support for those affected by the tragedy.
