A man has been arrested after a car ploughed into a crowd in Liverpool city centre.
Merseyside Police has told GB News a 53-year-old, white, British man has been arrested after a car ploughed into a crowd of people during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade.
Detectives have encouraged eyewitnesses to "not share distressing content online."
The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he is being kept updated into the incident.
Emergency services at the scene after multiple people were hit by a car during the victory parade
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The scene in Liverpool city centre
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A Merseyside Police spokesman said: "We would ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding tonight’s incident on Water Street in Liverpool city centre. We can confirm the man arrested is a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area.
"Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision.
"We would ask people not to share distressing content online but to send the footage or information directly to us @MerPolCC or pass on information by calling 101 quoting log 784.
"Information can also be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
Emergency services at the scene after multiple people were hit by a car
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The Prime Minister wrote on his social media page: "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."
Labour MP for Liverpool Riverside Kim Johnson said: "I sincerely hope all those involved are safe and get home to their loved ones soon."
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said: "My thoughts are with the victims, Liverpool fans and the people of that great City this evening.
"The appalling footage depicts a car being driven into fans as they celebrated Liverpool’s Premier League win. The public deserve to know the full facts as quickly as possible."