Police quickly quell terrorist rumors: ‘53-year-old white British man’ plowed through Liverpool soccer celebration
latimes.comPublished: 5/27/2025
Summary
The white British man, 53, who was driving a vehicle involved in a car crash during Liverpool's joyful parade celebrating their Premier League victory, was identified shortly after the incident. The accident occurred on Water Street as fans gathered to celebrate, resulting in at least 50 injuries and property damage as windows were smashed. Merseyside Police swiftly released details about his identity to prevent misinformation, contrasting their transparent approach with past cases where information was withheld following tragic attacks. Mayor Steve Rotheram praised police for their prompt response to quell speculation, while King Charles III and Queen Camilla expressed shock at the events.