The Liverpool Vehicle Incident refers to an event that occurred on 26 May 2025 in the city center of Liverpool, England, during official celebrations for Liverpool FC’s Premier League championship. A vehicle entered the crowd along the parade route and collided with spectators. A total of 47 individuals were injured as a result of the incident.
Liverpool FC Victory Parade Incident, May 26, 2025 (New York Post)
Incident Overview
The incident happened shortly after 18:00 local time, near the end of the parade route. As the open-top bus carrying the team had already passed, a grey minivan entered Water Street and drove into the dense crowd of spectators. Eyewitnesses and videos confirmed that the vehicle accelerated through the gathering, causing panic and injuries among attendees.
According to emergency services, 27 people were transported to local hospitals, including four children. Two of the hospitalized victims—one child and one adult—were reported to be in serious condition. An additional 20 individuals were treated on-site for minor injuries. Merseyside Fire and Rescue personnel stated that four people, including one child, were extracted from underneath the vehicle.
Law Enforcement and Official Response
Merseyside Police detained a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area at the scene. Authorities identified him as the suspected driver of the vehicle. The police emphasized that the event was being treated as an isolated incident and not linked to terrorism. They also requested the public refrain from speculation and the dissemination of graphic content on social media.
Deputy Chief Constable Jenny Sims stated: “We believe this to be an isolated incident, and we are not currently looking for anyone else in relation to it. The incident is not being treated as terrorism”
Emergency Services and Medical Response
The North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) confirmed that ambulances were immediately dispatched. Of the 27 patients transported to hospital, four were children. Firefighters had to lift three adults and one child from beneath the car. A paramedic on a bicycle was also reportedly hit by the car but did not sustain injuries. A joint press conference was held by senior figures from Merseyside Police, NWAS, and the Fire and Rescue Service to provide updates on the casualties and the ongoing investigation.
Public and Institutional Reactions
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed concern on X (formerly Twitter), calling the scenes in Liverpool “appalling” and offering thanks to the emergency services for their swift response Liverpool FC issued a public statement confirming it was in direct communication with Merseyside Police and extended its support to those affected: “Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident."
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotherham and City Council Leader Liam Robinson similarly conveyed condolences and emphasized the importance of not spreading misinformation. Everton Football Club and the Premier League also published statements expressing solidarity with those injured.
