A shocking incident took place in Liverpool, United Kingdom, during the city’s celebration of Liverpool Football Club’s latest Premier League victory. A car drove into a crowd of enthusiastic fans attending the victory parade on Monday.
Incident Details
- A 53-year-old local man was arrested at the scene.
- Approximately 47 people were injured, including four children.
- Out of those injured, 27 were hospitalized.
- Emergency services, including air ambulances and firefighters, responded quickly.
- Four individuals were trapped under the vehicle and required rescue.
Investigation and Community Response
Authorities clarified that the incident is not being treated as a terror attack, and investigations are still ongoing.
The parade route covered about 10 miles and attracted tens of thousands of supporters celebrating Liverpool’s 20th league title after their recent victory against Tottenham.
Eyewitness accounts describe a terrifying scene with the car swerving through the dense crowd. Despite the tragedy, the Liverpool community remains strong and resilient.
Statements and Memorial
- Liverpool FC CEO Billy Hogan expressed his concern for those affected and thanked the emergency responders.
- The incident is a painful reminder compared to the club’s restricted celebrations during the pandemic in 2020.
- Authorities continue to gather information and provide updates.
Please stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest developments on this tragic event.
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