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Man Detained After Driving Vehicle Into Crowd, Striking Pedestrians in Liverpool City Centre
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – A disturbing incident unfolded on Monday evening, May 26, 2025, during Liverpool Football Club’s Premier League trophy parade, when a vehicle drove into a crowd of fans gathered in the city centre, striking multiple pedestrians.
According to Merseyside Police, the collision occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. on Water Street, where thousands of supporters had lined the streets to celebrate the club’s title victory.
A newly surfaced video shows the moment the vehicle drove directly into the crowd, causing panic and confusion among those gathered.
Police confirmed that the vehicle came to a stop at the scene, and a male suspect was immediately detained.
Emergency services responded swiftly, and medical personnel were seen attending to injured individuals at the location.
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In an official statement, Merseyside Police said:
“We are currently dealing with reports of a road traffic collision in Liverpool city centre. We were contacted just after 6:00 p.m. today, Monday 26 May, following reports that 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 scene. We will issue more updates as we have them.”
Authorities have not yet confirmed how many people were injured or the severity of those injuries. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the incident and whether it was intentional.
The incident cast a shadow over what had been a day of celebration for Liverpool fans, many of whom were seen lighting smoke flares and waving flags during the citywide parade.
Further information will be released as the investigation progresses.
A significant police operation is underway at the Trondheim Synagogue in Trondheim, Norway, as authorities respond to a developing security situation in the area.
Witnesses reported a heavy police presence surrounding the synagogue, with officers seen wearing ballistic vests, helmets, and carrying rifles and protective shields while securing the location.
Authorities have established a cordon around the area, preventing people from entering or leaving while officers conduct their operation.
According to reports, one individual may have fled the scene in a vehicle, prompting police to initiate a search for the vehicle as part of the ongoing investigation.
Leif Knutsen, leader of the Mosaic Religious Community in Trondheim, confirmed to the Norwegian news outlet VG that police activity is currently taking place at the synagogue.
“I can confirm that there is an ongoing police operation at the synagogue,” Knutsen said. “The situation is unclear; that’s all I can say right now.”
Local newspaper Adresseavisen reported that residents nearby observed a large number of officers responding to the scene.
A journalist with the outlet also noted that an event had reportedly been scheduled at the synagogue, but due to the unfolding situation, no one is currently allowed to enter or exit the secured area.
The police response comes amid heightened security measures around the synagogue following the Embassy of the United States, Oslo attack that occurred on March 8, which prompted authorities to increase protective measures at several Jewish community sites across the country.
Officials have not yet released further details about the nature of the incident, and the situation remains active and under investigation.
Authorities are expected to provide additional updates as more information becomes available.