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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Holly Evans

Liverpool crash suspect described as ‘nice family man’ by shocked neighbours

  • A man has been arrested after a car drove into crowds at the Liverpool victory parade, injuring almost 80 people.
  • 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.
  • He has been held on suspicion of attempted murder and drug driving.
  • Seven people remain hospitalised in stable condition, with a total of 79 identified as injured; a fundraising campaign has raised over £20,000 for those affected.
  • Police believe the car followed an ambulance through temporarily lifted road blocks; Keir Starmer visited police headquarters to discuss the incident.

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