Liverpool parades trophy, city at risk of being plunged into mourning

At 6pm on May 26 (local time), after the fireworks display that lit up the sky above Liverpool, a crowd of fans were still gathered on Water Street waiting for the open-top bus carrying the team and the championship trophy to pass by. A car suddenly jumped onto the sidewalk and crashed into the crowd, causing an unprecedentedly horrifying scene.

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 1. — The car crashed into the crowd on the sidewalk.

According to BBC journalist Matt Cole, the dark blue car drove into the crowd without slowing down, fortunately an ambulance moving at a slow speed on the road accidentally acted as a shield, minimizing the danger caused by the "crazy car". However, according to the initial announcement of the police, dozens of people were injured, including 4 children. 27 people were taken to the hospital, two of whom were in serious condition.

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 2. — The car was rushing in, everyone panicked and ran away.

When the car stopped, the angry crowd rushed to smash the car, throwing bottles and shouting: "Kill him". Some people tried to lift the car to save those trapped underneath. Police quickly intervened, pulling the driver, a 53-year-old man from Merseyside, out of the car. The initial investigation by the authorities ruled out any suspicion of organized terrorism.

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 3. — Liverpool's trophy route and the tragic incident

Air ambulances and dozens of police cars, ambulances and fire engines were sent along Water Street to help take the injured to hospital and clear the scene. Supporter Mark Leavy, who drove from Ireland with his brother to congratulate the team, said he "will never forget the horrific scene".

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 4. — Liverpool streets deserted

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper have been kept fully informed of developments and the tense situation in Liverpool. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: "The scenes in Liverpool are horrific. My condolences go out to all those injured or involved."

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 5. — Authorities and rescue forces quickly took action.

Former player Jamie Carragher wrote on social network X: "Heartbreaking ending. I just wish everyone well." Liverpool quickly issued a statement about the incident: "We are in direct contact with Merseyside Police regarding the incident on Water Street at the trophy procession. We send our best wishes to all those affected and will continue to support the authorities."

Liverpool diễu hành cúp vô địch, thành phố chìm trong tang tóc - Ảnh 6. — Liverpool City Shares Joy and Sadness on the Day the Team Receives the Championship Trophy

According to journalist Matt Cole, his initial assumption was that the driver simply wanted to "get through the crowd because he didn't want to wait too long." The incident escalated when the car suddenly accelerated, plowing into the crowd amid screams, screams of the injured and outrage from everyone.