The fact was recorded in several videos, in which it looks like the driver advances over the fans grouped in the street. As confirmed by the Merseyside police, The vehicle stopped at the scene and the driver was arrested immediately.
The incident occurred around 18 (local time) and generated an immediate mobilization of emergency services. Were ambulances, firefighters and police patrols Those who arrived in the area to serve the injured and cordon off the area.
Massive outrage in Liverpool: the amount of injured is unknown
Although for the moment The number of victims or their health status was not reportedthere were several fans who received medical assistance at the scene and They were transferred to near hospitalss.
For its part, the Northwest ambulance service confirmed its intervention and assured that You are working together with other agencies to evaluate the situation.
“We are evaluating the situation and working with other emergency services. Our priority is to ensure that people receive the necessary medical care as soon as possible“The health authorities indicated in a statement.
In turn, the police stressed that the case continues under investigation and asked citizens to stay away from the affected perimeter to facilitate the tasks of security personnel.
After what happened, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, express: “The images from Liverpool are frightening. My thoughts are with all the injured and affected. I want to thank the police and emergency services for their rapid and constant response“
While the club was not expressed in this regard, the entire community remains on alert waiting for news about the state of those affected.
Meanwhile, local authorities work to determine If it was an accident or a deliberate act, while the celebrations were suspended in respect.
Source: Ambito
