A MAN has been arrested after a car drove into a crowd of football fans during Liverpool’s trophy parade, leaving several people injured.
The incident happened just after 6pm in the city centre, police have confirmed.
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The collision took place on Water Street in Liverpool city centre, not far from where crowds had gathered to celebrate Liverpool FC’s league title victory.
Merseyside Police said several pedestrians were hit and a man has been detained at the scene.
Emergency services are still dealing with the incident.
A police spokesperson said: “We are currently dealing with reports of a road traffic collision in Liverpool city centre.
“We were contacted at just after 6pm today, Monday 26 May, 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 spokesperson for the North West Ambulance Service 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.”
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