Merseyside Police and North West Ambulance Service have issued an update after a tragic incident in Liverpool this evening. A car ploughed into football fans celebrating their team's Premier League triumph in the city centre shortly after 6pm.
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police confirmed a 53-year-old man white British man has been arrested after a car crashed into a crowd of people. The force also confirmed the suspect is from the Liverpool area.
The force confirmed: "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.
Counter-terrorism officers are understood to be assisting Merseyside Police, who are leading the investigation.
A spokesperson for the North West Ambulance Service added: “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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