Liverpool's Happy Day Turns Into Horror, Car Hits Crowds During Parade Champion

JAKARTA - Liverpool's Premier League title celebration parade turned into a terrible tragedy when a car hit a crowd of thousands of supporters in downtown Liverpool on Monday night, May 26, 2025. The incident caused panic, injuries, and made the happy atmosphere turn into deep sorrow for residents and supporters.

The car driven by a 53-year-old man, a local Liverpool resident, drove at high speed and hit a number of people who were celebrating the club's success in winning their 20th league title. The perpetrators were immediately arrested by the local police and are currently undergoing investigation.

Witnesses reported that the driver of the car initially tried to break through the barricades that had been installed to keep the parade line safe. When chased by angry supporters, the driver then drove into the crowd and hit many people.

One of the witnesses, Daragh Leavy, a Liverpool fan from Ireland, expressed his gratitude for being still safe, but he was also devastated to see the incident. "We came to celebrate, but suddenly saw a car that hit many people. There were victims who were caught under the car, and about 20 to 30 people tried to lift the car to save them," he said.

Another witness, Chris Jones, stated that the atmosphere turned chaotic after the car drove through the barrier. "The incident happened very quickly. There was an incredible sound of screams and panic, coupled with the sound of fireworks still exploding," he said.

The city of Liverpool is now in mourning after the incident. The parade, which was previously filled with cheers and joy, ended in suffering and trauma for fans, victims' families, and all citizens of the city.

Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, who previously celebrated the success of his team with joy, expressed deep sorrow for the incident. He described the celebration of the day as an extraordinary spiritual moment, but is now injured by an unexpected tragedy.

Liverpool Police together with the British government continue to monitor the development of the situation, and some high-ranking officials such as Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Minister of Home Affairs Yvette Cooper have received full reports of this incident.

The injured victims, including four children, have been rushed to the hospital for treatment. Police are still conducting further investigations regarding the motives of the perpetrators and whether there are other criminal elements in the incident.