Keir Starmer issues statement after car crashes into pedestrians at Liverpool parade

The Prime Minister has issued a statement.

Liverpool was full of football fans celebrating the Premier League trophy parade.

Merseyside Police confirmed that a number of people had been hit by a car.

In a statement Merseyside Police said: "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 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."

Keir Starmer has since released his own statement, reading: "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."

A North West Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "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.

"Updates will be published on this page and Mersey Police as we know more."