UK police given more time to question Liverpool parade crash suspect

Aftermath of an incident where a car hit fans at the Liverpool parade
Police officers operate as a Liverpool FC flag is seen in the background at the site of an incident where a car plowed into a crowd of Liverpool fans during a parade celebrating their side's Premier League soccer title, in central Liverpool, Britain, May 27, 2025. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Source: REUTERS

British police have been given more time to continue questioning a 53-year old man arrested after a car ploughed into a crowd of soccer fans during a parade in Liverpool, injuring dozens.

"The investigation team have today been granted further time to continue questioning him in police custody, which will remain in place until tomorrow," Merseyside Police said on Wednesday.

Seven people remain in hospital in a stable condition following the incident on Monday, the force added.

This article was produced by Reuters news agency. It has not been edited by Global South World.

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