Man arrested over incident during Liverpool FC parade
Police were called to reports of a car hitting a number of pedestrians in Water Street in Liverpool city centre
Last updated 26th May 2025
A man has been arrested after a car collided with pedestrians in Liverpool city centre during Liverpool FC's Premier League victory parade.
Emergency services descended on Water Street after Merseyside Police were contacted just after 6pm on Monday with reports of the incident.
The car stopped at the scene and police say a 53-year-old white man from the area has been detained.
Footage showed police cordons in place around the heavily littered road, with a large police presence, ambulances and a fire engine also at the scene.
Merseyside Police have posted this statement on social media.
There is a continued police presence at the scene of the incident.
Liverpool FC held an open-top bus parade to celebrate its Premier League triumph, with fans lining the streets along the 10-mile route.
The crowds tried to stop the driver who was detained by police.
Emergency services were quickly at the scene and several casualties were seen being taken away by ambulances.
A conscious man on a stretcher was seen being put into an ambulance and the paramedic told police he believed the Liverpool Royal Hospital may be overwhelmed.
Prime Minister says the scenes in Liverpool are "appalling"
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said:
“The scenes in Liverpool are appalling — my thoughts are with all those injured or affected.
“I want to thank the police and emergency services for their swift and ongoing response to this shocking incident.
“I’m being kept updated on developments and ask that we give the police the space they need to investigate.”
Liverpool FC statement
Liverpool FC made a statement saying they were in direct contact with police after the incident:
In a statement posted on social media Liverpool FC said: “We are in direct contact with Merseyside Police regarding the incident on Water Street which happened towards the end of the trophy parade earlier this evening.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper described the scenes in Liverpool as “truly shocking”.
She said: “Thank you to the police and emergency services for their swift response to the truly shocking and horrendous scenes in Liverpool this evening.
“Thinking of all those affected at this very difficult time. The police are investigating and I’m being kept updated on developments.”
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram said in a statement: “Our hearts go out to all of those affected, especially those who have been injured. Thank you, as ever, to the first responders for their professionalism and swift action.
“This is a difficult day for our city region, but we stand together.”