The event unfolded around 6 p.m. as hundreds of thousands gathered in the streets of Liverpool, marking a public holiday to celebrate their team's success. As crowds cheered and jubilantly celebrated, video footage shared on social media captured the devastating moment when the car swerved through the crowd, causing panic and injury. Eyewitnesses rushed to aid the injured, many of whom were trapped under the vehicle.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident, labeling it as “appalling” and emphasizing the need for safety and unity in the face of such violence.
The police, aiming to prevent the spread of misinformation, quickly confirmed the driver was in custody and reiterated their focus on handling the situation with care. The community remains in shock as they process the events that disrupted what should have been a day of triumph and celebration.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident, labeling it as “appalling” and emphasizing the need for safety and unity in the face of such violence.
The police, aiming to prevent the spread of misinformation, quickly confirmed the driver was in custody and reiterated their focus on handling the situation with care. The community remains in shock as they process the events that disrupted what should have been a day of triumph and celebration.