Wife’s Shock Discovery
The wife of a 53-year-old man arrested for injuring 79 people in a car crash during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade on May 26, 2025, learned of the incident when she saw her car on television, neighbors told The Sun on May 27, 2025. The suspect, described as a married businessman and father of three from West Derby, Liverpool, allegedly drove a Ford Galaxy into crowds on Water Street, per The Independent. Neighbors noted police and Matrix vans arriving at their home that evening, highlighting the family’s shock. On X, @itvnews reported the wife’s realization sparked community disbelief.
Investigation and Injuries
Merseyside Police extended the suspect’s custody until May 29, questioning him on charges of attempted murder, dangerous driving, and driving under the influence of drugs, per The Guardian. The crash, not treated as terrorism, injured 79 people, with seven remaining in stable condition in hospitals, including Royal Liverpool and Alder Hey, per BBC News. Four, including a child, were trapped under the vehicle, rescued by firefighters, per Reuters. The car followed an ambulance through a temporarily lifted roadblock, per Merseyside Police.
Community and Response
The incident, occurring just after 6:00 PM, turned Liverpool’s celebratory parade into chaos, with 500,000 fans present, per The New York Times. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the scenes “appalling,” and Liverpool Mayor Steve Rotheram urged against speculation, per Al Jazeera. Police quickly identified the suspect as a white British man to curb misinformation, a lesson from Southport’s 2024 riots, per The Independent. A fundraising campaign, boosted by Jamie Carragher’s £10,000 donation, raised over £20,000 for victims, per The Mirror. On X, @GranadaReports noted ongoing police inquiries.
