Cops detained a male at the scene after the vehicle stopped.
19:15, 26 May 2025Updated 19:37, 26 May 2025
The scene in Liverpool
The scene in Liverpool(Image: Liverpool Echo)
A man has been detained after a car was allegedly driven into a crowd of pedestrians after a Liverpool FC parade.
The incident took place on Water Street in Liverpool city centre at 6pm on Monday. Cops detained a male at the scene after the vehicle stopped.
It is currently unknown if there are any injuries. Police, paramedics and fire crews remain at the scene.
Images show multiple ambulances and several cop vehicles in attendance.
A large cordon has also been erected at the crash site.
Emergency services in Liverpool city centre
Emergency services in Liverpool city centre(Image: Liverpool Echo)
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A Merseyside Police spokesperson told our sister title, the Liverpool Echo: "We are currently dealing with reports of a road traffic collision in Liverpool city centre.
"We were contacted at just after 6pm today, Monday May 26 following reports a car had been in collision with a number of pedestrians on Water Street.
"The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained.
"Emergency services are currently on the scene.
"We will issue more updates as we have them."
A North West Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "NWAS is supporting an incident in Liverpool city centre, following reports of a road traffic collision.
"We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the emergency services. Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible.
"Updates will be published on this page and Mersey Police as we know more."
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is being kept updated on the matter.
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He 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.”