Multiple people injured as car ploughs into crowd of Liverpool fans celebrating their Premier League title win during trophy parade (photos)

Multiple people have been left injured after a car ploughed into a crowd of Liverpool fans celebrating their Premier League title success during a trophy parade on Monday, May 26.

According to Mail Online, emergency services rushed to Water Street in the city centre after receiving calls just after 6pm. 

Thousands were out on the streets to celebrate Liverpool FC’s victory on Sunday when the car came ‘beeping’ through the crowds. The car stopped at the scene and a man was detained. Multiple people were injured in the incident,

A police statement released shortly after read: ‘We are currently dealing with reports of a road traffic collision in Liverpool city centre.

‘We were contacted at just after 6pm today, Monday 26 May, following reports a car had been in a collision with a number of pedestrians on Water Street.

‘The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained. Emergency services are currently on the scene. We will issue more updates as we have them’. 

A Liverpool city council spokesperson said: ‘We are currently liaising with Merseyside Police regarding an incident on Water Street in the city centre. Updates to follow.’ 

A statement from North West Ambulance read: ‘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’.