Information about the incident during the championship parade of Liverpool
In the early hours of May 26, a crowd of football fans in Liverpool were struck by a car on Water Street, resulting in numerous injuries. The driver, a 53-year-old British man, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
According to reports, the incident occurred during a victory parade for Liverpool Football Club. Witnesses claimed the driver appeared to intentionally collide with the crowd after allegedly arguing with pedestrians. As a result, 79 people were injured, including four children, with 11 individuals currently hospitalized in Liverpool.
The suspected perpetrator, a resident of West Derby, Liverpool, has since been charged with dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Liverpool to meet with police chiefs in response to the incident.
Merseyside Police has continued their investigation, speaking with additional casualties to tally the number of injured to 79. The man arrested is reported to be a married businessman, described by neighbors as a "nice family man."
Despite this, the police state that the incident is not being considered terrorism-related. The ongoing investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding the accident.
I, as a concerned citizen, have been keeping up with the general-news regarding the unfortunate accident on Water Street in Liverpool, which took place during a celebration for Liverpool Football Club. The crime-and-justice aspect of the incident involves a 53-year-old man being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving, and driving under the influence of alcohol, resulting in 79 injuries, 11 of whom are currently hospitalized. Meanwhile, the sports community and the city of Liverpool await updates from the ongoing crime investigation.
