A man has been charged after a car ploughed into a jubilant crowd of Liverpool FC fans at the team's Premier League victory parade.
At least 79 people, including four children, were injured after the car appeared to speed up through a crowd of hundreds of people on Water Street at around 6pm on Monday.
Seven of the 50 people taken to hospital remained on wards on Tuesday night, all of them in a stable condition.
On Thursday, Merseyside Police said Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old from West Derby, Liverpool, had been charged with seven different offences, including dangerous driving and causing griveous bodily harm with intent.
Up to a million Liverpool supporters are said to have attended the parade on the spring bank holiday on Monday after the team won the Premier League for a 20th time.
Sir Keir Starmer praised the “remarkable bravery” shown by police and other emergency services in responding to the incident. Noting that "the city has a long and proud history of coming together through difficult times", the prime minister added: “Liverpool stands together and the whole country stands with Liverpool.
Key Points
- Paul Doyle charged with dangerous driving and causing GBH
- Revealed: First picture of suspect
- Youngest victim injured was aged nine, eldest was 78
- What charges does Paul Doyle face?
- Liverpool parade crash suspect is ‘married businessman and father-of-three’
Who is Paul Doyle, the father and ex-Royal Marine commando accused of Liverpool parade crash?
22:06 , Holly EvansThe alleged driver of a car that ploughed into a crowd at Liverpool’s victory parade and injured 79 people has been charged with seven offences against six victims.
Paul Doyle will appear in court for the first time on Friday and has been remanded into police custody after being arrested following the scenes of devastation that broke out on Water Street on Monday.
The 53-year-old from West Derby was not named until Thursday, but had previously been confirmed to be a white British man from the city.
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Who is Paul Doyle, the father accused of Liverpool parade crash?
King praises ‘strength of community spirit’ in Liverpool
21:14 , Holly EvansThe King praised “the strength of community” in Liverpool after a car ploughed into a crowd of people during a Premier League victory parade.
Leading the royal tributes to those involved, Charles said he and the Queen were “deeply shocked and saddened” by the incident, which took place on Monday.
In a statement, Charles said: “My wife and I were deeply shocked and saddened to hear of the terrible events that took place in Liverpool on Monday.
“It is truly devastating to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for many could end in such distressing circumstances.
“At this heartbreaking time for the people of Liverpool, I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need.
“Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with all those who have been affected, and my special gratitude goes out to the first responders, emergency services personnel and other individuals who rushed to the aid of the injured.”
What happened at Thursday's press conference?
20:40 , Holly EvansSuspected driver Paul Doyle has been charged with offences such as wounding and causing grievous bodily harm against six victims.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said the 53-year-old is accused of two counts of wounding with intent, two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, two counts of attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and one count of dangerous driving.
The CPS said the charges would be kept “under review as the investigation progresses”.
In a statement issued to reporters on Thursday, chief crown prosecutor for CPS Mersey-Cheshire, Sarah Hammond, said: “The investigation is at an early stage.
“Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a huge volume of evidence. This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements.
“It is important to ensure every victim gets the justice they deserve.”
Ex-Liverpool manager says incident shows 'more serious things than football'
20:10 , Holly EvansSpeaking at an awards ceremony on Tuesday night, former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said the incident "showed the two faces of life".
"The most beautiful face for a long, long time: the parade was incredible, the mood was incredible and from one second to another everything changed and we learned again there are more serious things in the world than football," he said.
"Thoughts and prayers go to the injured people and their families as well.
"It should have been one of the greatest days in the history of the city, after a long, long time, because we didn't have the opportunity to do it last time.”
Public asked to avoid speculation online
19:38 , Holly EvansMerseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims told broadcasters: “Now that Paul Doyle has been charged, we ask that the judicial process be allowed to continue without any speculation online or anywhere else that could impede the pursuit of justice for all of those affected.
“A total of 79 people were injured. We continue to be in contact with our officers and staff, and seven people remain in hospital receiving the expert care of our NHS colleagues.
“I hope that all of those who are injured, all witnessed in this terrible incident, are able given time to heal and recover.
“This continues to be a large and complex investigation, and detectives are reviewing a huge volume of CCTV and mobile phone footage submitted by the public and businesses, as well as footage from our own body worn cameras and dash cams.”
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A man has been charged with multiple offences after a car ploughed into fans celebrating at Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade, injuring 79 people.
Paul Doyle will appear in court on Friday charged with dangerous driving, causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, wounding with intent to cause GBH and attempting to cause GBH with intent after a Ford Galaxy drove into crowds on Monday.
The 53-year-old is a father of three and a business owner from West Derby, east of the city, and is an ex-Royal Marine commando according to multiple reports, including in The Sun.
Read the full article here from our crime correspondent Amy-Clare Martin:
Man charged after car driven into crowds at Liverpool parade
In pictures: Merseyside Police press conference
19:02 , Holly Evans
Paul Doyle is reportedly a former Royal Marine commando
18:54 , Holly EvansThe suspect accused of injuring 79 people after ploughing a car into crowds at a Liverpool FC parade is reportedly a former Royal Marine.
Paul Doyle has been charged with seven offences against six victims, including dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
According to The Sun, the 53-year-old from West Derby had previously served as a commando in the Royal Navy, but has since been working as a businessman while living with his wife and three children.
'Huge volume of evidence' being investigated, says CPS
18:39 , Holly EvansChief Crown Prosecutor for the CPS Mersey-Cheshire Sarah Hammond said that the investigation is at an early stage and a “huge volume” of evidence is being reviewed.
She said: “The Crown Prosecution Service has today authorised Merseyside Police to charge Paul Doyle, aged 53, from West Derby, Liverpool, with offences of dangerous driving, causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, wounding with intent to cause GBH and attempting to cause GBH with intent, this is following a complex and ongoing investigation into an incident in Water Street, Liverpool on Monday 26th May, 2025.
“The defendant will appear before Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on Friday 30 May 2025.
“The investigation is at an early stage. Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a huge volume of evidence.
“This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements. It is important to ensure that every victim gets the justice they deserve.
“The charges will be kept under review as the investigation progresses.”
Revealed: First picture of suspect
18:36 , Holly EvansHere is a first picture of Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old man from West Derby, who has been charged with seven offences including dangerous driving after 79 people were injured during a Liverpool FC parade.
He has been remanded into custody.
Full police statement after charges issued for Paul Doyle
18:34 , Holly EvansMerseyside Police assistant chief constable Jenny Sims said: “As always, our thoughts remain with all of those injured and affected by this appalling incident, which took place during the Liverpool Football Club parade on Monday.
“As you have heard from our CPS colleagues, the man arrested by Merseyside Police following the incident on Water Street has now been charged with seven serious offences.
“Paul Desmond Sanders Doyle, 53 years, of Burghill Road, West Derby, has this afternoon been charged with two counts of unlawful and malicious wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, two counts of causing unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, two counts of attempted, unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, all contrary to Section 18 of the Offences Against The Person Act 1861.
“He has also been charged with one count of dangerous driving, contrary to section two of the Road Traffic Act 1988.”
Ms Sims continued: “I fully understand how this incident has left us all shocked and saddened, and I know many will continue to have concerns and questions.
“Our detectives are working tirelessly, with diligence and professionalism to seek the answer to all of those questions. When we are able to we will provide further information.”
What charges does Paul Doyle face?
17:33 , Holly EvansA man has been charged with seven offences after a car ploughed into crowds celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League title victory.
Paul Doyle, 53, from West Derby, Liverpool has been charged with the following offences:
Two counts of unlawful and malicious wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Two counts of causing unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Two counts of attempted unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
One count of dangerous driving.
He will appear at Liverpool Magistrates’ court on Friday.
Paul Doyle charged with dangerous driving and causing GBH
17:27 , Holly EvansPaul Doyle, 53, has been charged with dangerous driving, causing GBH with intent, wounding with intent to cause GBH and attempting to cause GBH with intent after a car ploughed into crowds at the Liverpool victory parade, the Crown Prosecution Service said.
Merseyside Police due to give statement
17:18 , Holly EvansMerseyside Police are expected to give a press conference shortly.
We’ll be hearing from Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims and Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS Mersey-Cheshire Sarah Hammond.
Merseyside police give update after Liverpool car crash
17:06 , Holly EvansFundraiser for those affected hits more than £30,000
16:15 , Holly EvansA fundraising campaign set up for those affected has raised more than £30,000, including a £10,000 donation from the Jamie Carragher 23 Foundation, the former Liverpool player’s charity.
The Liverpool Spirit Appeal was set up by the Community Foundation for Merseyside, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, and Liverpool Charity and Voluntary Services (LCVS), and money raised will be distributed to those experiencing physical or psychological injuries as a result of the incident, as well as to community organisations
Liverpool fan 'pleaded' with driver to stop as he ploughed into crowd
15:40 , Bryony GoochA Liverpool fan run down at the club’s victory parade has described how he “locked eyes” with the driver and “pleaded for him to stop” moments before the car ploughed into him.
Jack Trotter, 22, was enjoying celebrating his team’s success when he found himself “face to face” with the Ford Galaxy on Water Street in the city centre on Monday.
The stricken Northern Irishman was helped by fellow fans and locals into a nearby pub until emergency services arrived to take him to hospital.
Photos of the father-of-one being carried by two firemen while wearing a Liverpoolscarf were on the front pages of several national papers on Tuesday.
Mr Trotter, from Newtownards, County Down, escaped without serious injury and has been discharged from hospital, but fears he could be left with walking problems for weeks.
Watch: Scene of devastation after Liverpool FC parade crash
15:20 , Bryony GoochKing hails 'community spirit'
15:00 , Jane DaltonMessages of support were sent to the people of Liverpool, including from the King, who said: "I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need."
The Prince and Princess of Wales said they were deeply saddened by the crash, adding: "What should have been a joyful celebration ended with tragedy."
Police have not revealed the drug the suspect is believed to have taken
14:50 , Bryony GoochPolice have not revealed which drug the arrested man was suspected of taking, saying: “We wouldn’t go into this detail at this stage of the investigation.”
They have arrested him on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences, and driving “whilst unfit through drugs” and have been given extended powers to keep him in custody for more questioning.
Merseyside police shared early on in the investigation that he was a 53-year-old white British man from the Merseyside area, later revealing he’s from West Derby.
Liverpool parade crash suspect is ‘married businessman and father-of-three’
14:30 , Bryony GoochThe suspected driver arrested after almost 80 people were injured when a car ploughed into crowds at the Liverpool victory parade has been revealed to be a father-of-three.
The man arrested at the scene is reportedly a married businessman who has been described as a “nice family man” by neighbours who were left in disbelief at the devastation that unfolded on Monday, according to The Mirror.
Senior reporter Holly Evans reports:
Liverpool parade crash suspect is ‘married businessman and father-of-three’
In pictures: The aftermath
14:15
Recap: Wife of crash suspect first realised what had happened when she saw her car on TV - reports
14:00 , Bryony GoochA neighbour of the suspect has revealed that the wife only realised what had what had happened with the crash when she saw her car, a Ford Galaxy, on television.
The neighbour told The Sun: “The wife is a really nice woman and they have children."No one can believe this has happened.
“She first realised when she saw it was her car on the telly, when she saw it being driven at the parade.”
Recap: Man wrongly identified as Liverpool parade suspect has to move children over safety fears
13:20 , Bryony GoochA man wrongly identified on social media as being the driver of a car which ploughed into a crowd of people in Liverpool has had to move his children out of their home out of fears for their safety.
Photos of Peter Cunningham, 54, circulated online after the incident which injured 79 people.
The Liverpool native told the BBC that he had been with his children four miles away from Water Street along the parade route
He said of the false accusations: "It's not me. I'm in work - the police need to give the [suspect's] name out because I'm getting accused.
“Family members and friends are ringing and asking me, but it could get a whole lot worse. The police need to do something,” he warned.
“I was down Queens Drive with my children. I'm in a completely different car anyway, I've got a Hyundai.”
He said: “It can still put me at great harm, I've had to move my children to a different house today because we're that nervous.”
Watch: 'We could hear screams': Eyewitness of Liverpool car crash
13:00 , Bryony GoochYoungest victim injured was aged nine, eldest was 78
12:52 , Bryony GoochThe youngest victim injured in the Liverpool title parade crash on Monday was aged just nine, police said.
The eldest victim was 78 and all those injured are understood to be British, Merseyside Police said on Thursday in response to journalists’ questions asked at a press conference on Tuesday.
The force declined to answer what drug the 53-year-old man who remains in custody is suspected of taking, saying: “We wouldn’t go into this detail at this stage of the investigation.”
Comedian’s show cancelled after he made joke about Liverpool parade crash
12:40 , Bryony GoochA comedian has had upcoming stand-up gigs cancelled after making an “embarrassing” attempt at a joke about the Liverpool Premier Leaguevictory parade crash that injured 65 people.
More than 50 people, including children, were hospitalised when a vehicle ploughed into a crowd of jubilant supporters celebrating Liverpool’s triumph on Monday evening.
But Andrew Lawrence said he would "drive through crowds of people" to get out of the city, in a post that has been met with a furious response on X.
Barney Davis reports:
Comedian’s show cancelled after he made joke about Liverpool parade crash
Fundraiser raises more than £30,000 for victims
12:26 , Bryony GoochA fundraising campaign set up for those affected has raised more than £30,000, including a £10,000 donation from the Jamie Carragher 23 Foundation, the former Liverpool player’s charity.
The Liverpool Spirit Appeal was set up by the Community Foundation for Merseyside, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, and Liverpool Charity and Voluntary Services (LCVS) and money raised will be distributed to those experiencing physical or psychological injuries as a result of the incident, as well as to community organisations.
Messages of support have been sent to the people of Liverpool since the incident, including from the King who said: “I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need.”
The Prince and Princess of Wales also said they were “deeply saddened” by the parade crash, adding: “What should have been a joyful celebration ended with tragedy.”
Timeline: the Liverpool parade crash and its aftermath
12:20 , Bryony Gooch2.30pm on Monday: The 15km (10-mile) open-top bus parade begins, with an estimated one million people attending.
Just after 6pm on Monday: The collision happens roughly a mile before the parade’s finishing point, at Water Street, minutes after the Liverpool bus passed on that street.
The car stops at the scene. Police said a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area is arrested.
Around 10.30pm on Monday: A press conference is held, during which more details about the incident are disclosed. Dave Kitchin from North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) said 27 people were taken to hospital and 20 people were treated at the scene, with four children among the injured.
Tuesday morning: A police cordon remains in place at the scene, with a large police van parked in front of a blue tent on the road and officers stationed along the street, while the Strand has been reopened to traffic as usual.
3pm on Tuesday: Police hold a press conference to say a 53-year-old man remains in custody after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and drug-driving. Eleven people remained in hospital, with a total of 65 people wounded.
2pm on Wednesday: Police have been given more time to question the 53-year-old driver who remains in custody. Seven people are still in hospital and a total of 79 people wounded.
In pictures: Royal University Liverpool Hospital as seven people remain hospitalised
12:00 , Bryony Gooch
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Police chiefs will disclose suspects’ ethnicity more often to counter disinformation
11:40 , Bryony GoochPolice should release details such as the ethnicity of suspects in order to be transparent with the public following major incidents, police leaders have said, following the parade crash in Liverpool.
Merseyside Police revealed that the suspect was a “white British” man less than two hours after a car ploughed into the fans, injuring 79 people at Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade on Monday.
Gavin Stephens, chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), defended the decision, which has been described as a “complete step change” from the same force’s approach to releasing information following last year’s knife attack in Southport.
Police were criticised for not releasing more information about the attacker, who murdered three schoolgirls, after false rumours about his religion and asylum status helped to fuel far-right riots which erupted across the country.
Amy-Clare Martin, crime correspondent, reports:
Police chiefs say they will disclose details like suspect’s ethnicity more often
Police continue to question suspect
11:19 , Bryony GoochPolice are still questioning a 53-year-old man in custody after a car ploughed into a crowd of pedestrians on Monday evening.
Merseyside police quickly detained a man at the scene who they believed to be the driver and within hours said he was a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area.
The force shared that they had extended the amount of time they have for questioning on Wednesday. They did not say how long their extension was.
Why police released suspect’s details so quickly
11:00 , Bryony GoochWithin two hours of a car ploughing into crowds in Liverpool city centre, police had confirmed the alleged driver was a 53-year-old white man from the Merseyside area.
No doubt desperate to halt the spread of misinformation online, which had already begun to circulate on social media along with graphic footage of the incident, Merseyside Police made the unusual decision to share the suspect’s ethnicity and nationality at the earliest stages of the investigation.
It marks a “complete step change” in their approach to the response to the horrific knife attack in Southport last summer, police commentators have noted.
Amy-Clare Martin, crime correspondent, reports:
Liverpool parade crash: Why police released suspect’s details so quickly
Wife of crash suspect first realised what had happened when she saw her car on TV - reports
10:42 , Bryony GoochA neighbour of the suspect has revealed that the wife only realised what had what had happened with the crash when she saw her car, a Ford Galaxy, on television.
The neighbour told The Sun: “The wife is a really nice woman and they have children."No one can believe this has happened.
“She first realised when she saw it was her car on the telly, when she saw it being driven at the parade.”
Inside the aftermath of one of Liverpool’s darkest days
10:33 , Bryony GoochAs questions swirl around Liverpool as to how a vehicle ploughed into dozens of people, Alex Ross finds a unified city steely in its determination to move forward.
Watch: 'This was no accident,' says Liverpool car ploughing victim
10:17 , Bryony GoochDavid Moyes says solidarity across the city makes Liverpool a ‘special’ place
10:01 , Bryony GoochEverton manager David Moyes believes solidarity across the city is what makes Liverpool a “special” place.
The Toffees boss, who famously coined the phrase The People’s Club when he took over in his first spell at Goodison Park in 2002, has praised the way the community supported each other in the wake of the horrific events of Liverpool’s victory parade on Monday.
Cal Markham reports:
David Moyes says solidarity across the city makes Liverpool a ‘special’ place
Recap in pictures: Sir Keir Starmer meets with Merseyside Police
09:45 , Bryony Gooch
Man wrongly identified as Liverpool parade suspect urges police to release suspect's identity out of safety fears
09:30 , Bryony GoochA man wrongly identified on social media as being the driver of a car which ploughed into a crowd of people in Liverpool has had to move his children out of their home out of fears for their safety.
Photos of Peter Cunningham, 54, circulated online after the incident which injured 79 people.
The Liverpool native told the BBC that he had been with his children four miles away from Water Street along the parade route
He said of the false accusations: "It's not me. I'm in work - the police need to give the [suspect's] name out because I'm getting accused.
“Family members and friends are ringing and asking me, but it could get a whole lot worse. The police need to do something,” he warned.
“I was down Queens Drive with my children. I'm in a completely different car anyway, I've got a Hyundai.”
He said: “It can still put me at great harm, I've had to move my children to a different house today because we're that nervous.”
WATCH: Couple at Liverpool parade feared baby son had died after pram was flung 15ft down road
09:15 , Bryony GoochPictured: David Lammy pays homage to Liverpool survivors in Norway
09:01 , Bryony GoochForeign secretary David Lammy paid tribute to those affected by the Liverpool parade crash while in Norway as he visited the Svalbard Liverpool Supporter’s Club.
A known supporter of Tottenham Hotspur FC, he appeared to be wearing a Spurs scarf as he spent time with Liverpool fans.
Fans at the parade 'staggered that the road closures didn't go further'
08:51 , Bryony GoochQuestions remain about the nature of Merseyside Police’s road management on the day of the parade.
Fans who attended the parade have said they had feared something could happen as “vehicles were edging and pushing through crowds” who had lined the streets to watch, according to The Guardian.
Phil Williams, from Sunderland, who was watching the parade with his 15-year-old son Harry, said he had not seen “any traffic control measures to prevent him and other cars coming along there the way they did”.
“I’m absolutely staggered that the road closures didn’t go further,” he added.
Paul Marsden, 57, a quality and risk manager from Flint, who had been watching the parade nearby, said: “I have to say, I wasn’t surprised. I saw time and again vehicles edging and pushing through crowds leading up to the parade and during it. I warned my sons to stay back because I could recall the Nice terror attack ploughing through crowds.”
RECAP: Prime Minister visits Merseyside Police Headquarters
08:33 , Bryony GoochThe Prime Minister has visited Merseyside Police headquarters following the incident where a car ploughed into crowds at the Liverpool victory parade.
Sir Keir Starmer met with Deputy Chief Constable Chris Green, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims, Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell and Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram at the force’s base in Liverpool on Wednesday afternoon.
At the start of the meeting, the Prime Minister said: “Thank you all for making time. It’s really important for me to be here.
“The scenes on Monday were just awful, to see how incredible joy at an amazing achievement turned to horror in a moment.
“Steve, the mayor, has been keeping me informed and updated, along with my team, but it’s really important to be here to go through this first-hand with you, so thank you for making time and ensuring that I get to see the detail in the way that I’d like to.”
Everything we know about the Liverpool parade crash suspect
08:14 , Bryony GoochWhile police have yet to release the identity of the suspect in custody for the Liverpool parade crash, here’s everything we know about him.
Police revealed early on in the investigation that he was a 53-year-old white British man from the Merseyside area, later revealing he’s from West Derby.
They have arrested him on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences, and driving “whilst unfit through drugs” and have been given extended powers to keep him in custody for more questioning.
The man arrested at the scene is reportedly a married businessman with three children, described by neighbours as a “nice family man” according to The Mirror.
Mother dragged by car at Liverpool parade feared baby son had died
07:00 , Holly EvansA mother dragged on the bonnet of a car at the Liverpool parade has shared the horrifying moment she spotted her six-month-old baby’s pram lying upside down in the road after the pair were hit by the vehicle.
Sheree Aldridge feared she and her son, Teddy, would die after the Ford Galaxy vehicle ploughed into them in Water Street on Monday evening.
The 36-year-old was pushing the pram alongside her partner Dan Eveson when they saw an ambulance making its way down the road, followed by a sudden noise that sounded like a brawl.
“I don’t like fighting and get really anxious, so I turned around and wanted to get the baby out of the way,” she told The Independent from her hospital bed on Wednesday morning.
Read the full story from our correspondent Alex Ross here:
Mother dragged by Liverpool parade crash car feared baby son in pram had died
Comedian’s show cancelled after he made joke about Liverpool parade crash
06:00 , Holly EvansA comedian has had upcoming stand-up gigs cancelled after making an “embarrassing” attempt at a joke about the Liverpool Premier League victory parade crash that injured 65 people.
More than 50 people, including children, were hospitalised when a vehicle ploughed into a crowd of jubilant supporters celebrating Liverpool’s triumph on Monday evening.
But Andrew Lawrence said he would "drive through crowds of people" to get out of the city, in a post that has been met with a furious response on X.
The Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance CIC, who work to provide mental health support to victims of the 1989 disaster, replied: “A comedian really? You're an embarrassment to the profession.”
Read the full article here:
Comedian’s show cancelled after he made joke about Liverpool parade crash
Inside the aftermath of one of Liverpool’s darkest days
05:00 , Holly EvansTreading slowly out of their Airbnb on to the heavily-policed street, the O’Brien family turned to inspect the aftermath of the appalling events the evening before.
Behind the tangled cordon, empty beer bottles and takeaway boxes were strewn across the deserted road. In the distance, a forensic officer checked the road surface for evidence.
For the sombre-looking family-of-four, it was like waking up from a violent nightmare, hoping it was just a dream. But it wasn’t.
Less than 24 hours earlier, the group were among thousands of joyous Liverpool fans packed into the street for their team’s Premier League-winning parade.
Read the full article here:
Why police released suspect’s details so quickly
04:00 , Holly EvansWithin two hours of a car ploughing into crowds in Liverpool city centre, police had confirmed the alleged driver was a 53-year-old white man from the Merseyside area.
No doubt desperate to halt the spread of misinformation online, which had already begun to circulate on social media along with graphic footage of the incident, Merseyside Police made the unusual decision to share the suspect’s ethnicity and nationality at the earliest stages of the investigation.
It marks a “complete step change” in their approach to the response to the horrific knife attack in Southport last summer, police commentators have noted.
A vacuum of information in the aftermath of the stabbing at a children’s dance class was filled with misinformation about the suspect’s ethnicity and asylum status, which helped to fuel angry far-right riots which erupted across the country.
Read the full article here:
Liverpool parade crash: Why police released suspect’s details so quickly
Met chief: Forces will more often have to release details about suspects earlier
03:00 , Holly EvansMetropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said in the future “we would always want to be more transparent in terms of the data we release” when asked if police in Liverpool were right to release the ethnicity of the suspect.
He told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “I’m not going to criticise another police chief who makes a judgment in a really difficult, complex situation. Every case needs judging on its merits. I think as we go forward in the future, we would always want to be more transparent in terms of the data we release. Sometimes the nature of the investigation, the nature of case, makes that difficult, but in principle of course, transparency is good.”
Asked if moving in the direction of declaring a suspect’s ethnicity sooner is the way to go, Sir Mark added: “In general, I think we have to be realistic and more often… put more personal details in public, earlier.”
He added that we are in an age of citizen journalism and “some content will be all over social media very, very quickly” and people will be “making guesses and inferences” so “in that world, putting more facts out is the only way to deal with it”.
Sir Mark also said if those facts “embolden racists” in some cases then “we need to confront those individuals”, and added: “Trying to avoid truths when half the truth is in the public domain is going to be quite difficult, going forward.”
The Liverpool parade crash has brought out the best in our police
02:00 , Holly EvansAs a police officer of more than 25 years – and as a lifelong Liverpool FC supporter – the events of Water Street on Monday evening were impossible to watch with anything other than a sense of abject horror. An occasion of joyous celebration turned, in just a handful of moments, into one of unspeakable trauma.
Whenever I see footage of police officers running in the opposite direction to a fleeing crowd, I remember my years in blue. The painful privilege of policing is to venture repeatedly into the hurting places: at the scenes of crimes, and of every kind of catastrophe. And, in those places, to see things that you can never unsee.
In my two and a half decades spent policing in London, I worked with endless vast crowds: at Premier League and Champions League football matches; at Notting Hill Carnival; on New Year’s Eve in Trafalgar Square; at central London demonstrations. It is a challenge at the best of times, keeping tens of thousands of innocent people safe as they sing and protest and dance and march.
Read the full comment piece here:
The Liverpool parade crash has brought out the best in our police
Liverpool fan 'pleaded' with driver to stop as he ploughed into crowd
01:00 , Holly EvansA Liverpool fan run down at the club’s victory parade has described how he “locked eyes” with the driver and “pleaded for him to stop” moments before the car ploughed into him.
Jack Trotter, 22, was enjoying celebrating his team’s success when he found himself “face to face” with the Ford Galaxy on Water Street in the city centre on Monday.
The stricken Northern Irishman was helped by fellow fans and locals into a nearby pub until emergency services arrived to take him to hospital.
Photos of the father-of-one being carried by two firemen while wearing a Liverpool scarf were on the front pages of several national papers on Tuesday.
Mr Trotter, from Newtownards, County Down, escaped without serious injury and has been discharged from hospital, but fears he could be left with walking problems for weeks.
How a city came together after Liverpool’s dream title parade turned into a nightmare
Thursday 29 May 2025 00:00 , Holly EvansThis shouldn’t have been the story.
Crammed onto the waterfront like sardines, breathing in the red mist, Liverpool fans were realising a 35-year dream. In the pelting rain, it felt like nothing could dampen the mood. Their club were Premier League champions, and unlike five years ago, they were there to see it.
Little did they know the horrors that were about to unfold. A stone’s throw away, a car believed to be driven by a 53-year-old Liverpudlian ploughed into his own people. A devastating turn of events that left 65 fans, including four children, injured - some fighting for their lives. Cheers turned into screams. A dream turned into a nightmare.
Read the full article from Will Castle here:
How Liverpool united after title parade turned from dream to nightmare
