Liverpool parade crash latest: Suspect revealed as ‘married father-of-three’ as police given more time to question him
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Liverpool crash suspect described as ‘nice family man’ by shocked neighbours
- A man has been arrested after a car drove into crowds at the Liverpool victory parade, injuring almost 80 people.
- The man arrested at the scene is reportedly a married businessman who has been described as a “nice family man” by Neighbours who were left in disbelief at the devastation that unfolded on Monday.
- He has been held on suspicion of attempted murder and drug driving.
- Seven people remain hospitalised in stable condition, with a total of 79 identified as injured; a fundraising campaign has raised over £20,000 for those affected.
- Police believe the car followed an ambulance through temporarily lifted road blocks; Keir Starmer visited police headquarters to discuss the incident.