Liverpool cops launch surprising new particulars on accidents sustained in parade automobile crash | UK | News | EUROtoday

Shocking new particulars have emerged of the Liverpool parade crash, with police confirming that the entire variety of folks injured within the horrific incident has now risen to 79. Merseyside Police officers at the moment are chatting with extra victims after the terrifying ordeal which noticed Liverpool FC followers mowed down by a Ford Galaxy on Water Street in the course of the Premier League aspect’s victory march on financial institution vacation Monday.

A 53-year-old white British man has been arrested in reference to the incident, and detectives have now been given extra time to query him on suspicion of tried homicide, harmful driving offences and driving whereas unfit by means of medicine. He has not been charged.

An up to date Merseyside Police assertion reads: “We can confirm that seven people remain in hospital in a stable condition following the incident on Water Street on Monday 26 May. As part of the ongoing investigation, we have also been able to identify more people who were injured, with 79 in total who we are now speaking with.

“A 53-year-old man from West Derby, who was arrested on suspicion of tried homicide, harmful driving offences and driving whereas unfit by means of medicine, stays in police custody. The investigation crew have at this time (Wednesday 28 May) been granted additional time to proceed questioning him in police custody, which is able to stay in place till tomorrow. We may affirm that Water Street has now reopened to autos and pedestrians after the police cordon was stood down.”

Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson mentioned: “I’m pleased to say that the number of people in hospital is reducing as they continue to recover from the awful incident. We continue to support those still receiving treatment and as part of our ongoing enquiries we are identifying more people who were injured.

“I want to reassure the public of Merseyside that detectives are making significant progress as we seek to establish the full circumstances that led to what happened. In addition, extensive CCTV enquiries are being carried out across the city to establish the movements of the car, a Ford Galaxy, before the incident took place.

“We have already had an incredible response from many of those who were there on the day, and I thank them for their co-operation with our investigation. I would encourage anyone who has not yet contacted police who may have information on this incident to do so. An extensive investigation into the precise circumstances of the incident is ongoing, and we continue to ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding the incident and refrain from sharing distressing content online.”

Information, together with video footage, may be handed on through the Major Incident Police Portal (MIPP) particulars can be found right here: Public Portal

Anyone with data or footage ought to contact Merseyside Police social media desk through X @MerPolCC or on Facebook, ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ or name 101.

Alternatively, contact the unbiased charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or through their web site: Giving data anonymously | Crimestoppers