The players of Liverpool and their supporters had met in the streets of the city for the traditional parade celebrating each major trophy conquered by the Reds. Unfortunately for the people on the banks of the Mersey, the celebrations of the twentieth coronation in the Premier League turned to drama. Around 6 p.m., a car rushed into the crowd, hitting several pedestrians on Water Street. Quickly, the Liverpool club said they were in contact with the authorities and a 53 -year -old man was then arrested by the police.
This morning, the English press gave us more information on this drama. According to The Timeswitnesses said that pedestrians had protested the driver before the latter “Put your foot to the floor” And does not collide with the crowd. In total, 47 people were injured. 27 of them were hospitalized. Among these patients, 4 are injured children, one of whom would be in serious condition. A cyclist would also have been hit, but was not injured. Skysports Add that the firefighters saved four people, including a child, who were stuck under the vehicle. Deputy chef of the Merseyside police, Jenny Sims subsequently indicated that this event is for the moment treated as an isolated act and not as an act of terrorism.
4 people in a worrying state in the hospital
Later, the police issued a statement, confirming the arrest of a man. “We ask people not to speculate on the circumstances of the incident that evening in the street Water Street, in downtown Liverpool. We can confirm that the man arrested is a 53 -year -old British white from the Liverpool region. In -depth investigations are underway to establish the circumstances that led to the collision. We ask people not to share painful content online, but to send us the images or information directly. »»
This morning, the mayor of Liverpool, Steve Rotheram, made a new point at the microphone of the BBC Radio 5 Live. “Four people are very badly in the hospital. We hope of course they will get out of it ”he said, before adding that there had been no additional serious injuries recorded overnight. “No, but we are in conjunction with the police and ambulance services. Last night, two command meetings took place, including a very late evening, so this morning, I will receive updated information. »» This morning, Water Street was still closed to the public.
