Princess Anne visited the Royal Liverpool University Hospital today to thank emergency responders following Monday's horrific incident where a car was driven into crowds during Liverpool FC's Premier League victory parade.
The Princess Royal met with local officials and emergency service representatives who coordinated the response to the attack that left dozens injured, including children.
The incident occurred shortly before 6pm on Monday when a vehicle ploughed into spectators who had gathered to celebrate Liverpool's trophy parade in the city centre.
Four children were among those hurt in the attack, with one child and one adult suffering serious injuries according to police.
Princess Anne visited the Royal Liverpool University Hospital today to thank emergency responders following Monday's horrific incident where a car was driven into crowds during Liverpool FC's Premier League victory parade.
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Merseyside Police said a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area, believed to have been the driver, was detained at the scene of the attack on Water Street.
Authorities confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, which is not being treated as terror-related.
Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims described it as an "isolated incident" during a press conference at the Cunard Building in Liverpool on Monday evening.
"Extensive inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision," she said, adding: "It is vital that people do not speculate or spread misinformation on social media."
The Princess Royal met with local officials and emergency service representatives who coordinated the response to the attack that left dozens injured, including children.
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Emergency services responded swiftly to the attack, with fire crews having to lift the vehicle to rescue those trapped beneath it, according to Nick Searle, chief fire officer at Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service.
One child and three adults had to be freed from under the vehicle by firefighters.
David Kitchin from the North West Ambulance Service said 27 people were taken to hospital while an additional 20 were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
"This is indeed an appalling incident and we understand that people will be deeply upset," he said.
Patients were distributed across several hospitals including the Royal Liverpool Hospital, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Arrowe Park and Aintree Hospital.
During her visit, Princess Anne met with Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, who had earlier told reporters the attack had "cast a very dark shadow over what had been a joyous day for the city."
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During her visit, Princess Anne met with Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, who had earlier told reporters the attack had "cast a very dark shadow over what had been a joyous day for the city."
The Princess Royal also spoke with Chris Barrett from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service about the emergency response efforts.
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Mr Robinson had appealed for people not to share footage of the incident on social media and expressed solidarity with those affected.
"Liverpool is a city that has a proud history of coming together and supporting each other during challenging times," he said. "I've no doubt that will again be the case over the coming days and weeks."
Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as the attack unfolded. Peter Jones, who had travelled from the Isle of Man to watch the parade, recounted the terrifying moments.
"We heard a frantic beeping ahead, a car flew past me and my mate, people were chasing it and trying to stop him, windows smashed at the back," he said. "He then drove into people, police and medics ran past us, and people were being treated on the side of the road."
Local businesses around Water Street, including restaurants Blu Riva and Mowgli, opened their doors to provide shelter for those injured in the attack.