A car ‘collided’ with a crowd of Liverpool supporters during their Premier Leaguetrophy parade on Monday.
The Reds were crowned champions at the end of April but had to wait until the final game of the season, on Sunday, to physically get their hands on the trophy.
On Monday, they held their trophy parade and set off just after 2pm, with the likes of van Dijk and Salah leading the way on top of the bus.
Thousands flocked in from across the country however the festivities were marred after a car was seen to have collided with bystanders just after 6pm.
Videos online showed police attending the incident, who quickly cordoned off the area. Unconfirmed reports claimed fans were injured from the event.
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’.
Videos which emerged on social media showed distressed fans at the event as police attempted to gather control of the situation.
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’.
Updates will be published on this page and Mersey Police as we know more
The incident marred a day which was intended for celebration among Liverpool supporters after their club sealed a historic 20th league title.
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