Liverpool Parade Tragedy: Eyewitness Describes Near-Miss as Car Hits Celebrating Fans

Liverpool Victory Parade Marred by Car Crash: Eyewitness Recounts Harrowing Escape Liverpool, England – A joyous celebration turned tragic on May 27th, 2025, when a car plowed into a crowd of Liverpool football fans celebrating their Premier League victory parade. Eyewitness Chelsea Yuen described the incident as "absolutely terrifying." The incident occurred on Water Street, shortly after 6 pm, as fans dispersed from the main parade route. "We were walking up Water Street," Yuen recounted, "when we heard the car's horn. We looked up and saw it coming straight towards us. We narrowly missed being hit, but it was terrifying." The impact left several people injured, including children who were trapped under the car. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and the driver was apprehended. The incident, while not being treated as terrorism, has cast a shadow over the city's celebration. The quick response of emergency services and the community's support for the victims offer a glimmer of hope amidst the tragedy. The incident highlights concerns about crowd control and safety measures during large public gatherings.