Merseyside Police have been granted further time to interview the suspect in Monday evening’s incident which saw a car drive into crowds celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League win
A 53-year-old man from West Derby was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences and driving while unfit through drugs, remains in police custody.
Seven people remain in hospital in a stable condition following the incident, policehave also been able to identify more people who were injured, with 79 in total who they are now speaking with.
Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson said: “I’m pleased to say that the number of people in hospital is reducing as they continue to recover from the awful incident.
“We continue to support those still receiving treatment and as part of our ongoing enquiries we are identifying more people who were injured.
“I want to reassure the public of Merseyside that detectives are making significant progress as we seek to establish the full circumstances that led to what happened.
“In addition, extensive CCTV enquiries are being carried out across the city to establish the movements of the car, a Ford Galaxy, before the incident took place.
“We have already had an incredible response from many of those who were there on the day, and I thank them for their co-operation with our investigation.
“I would encourage anyone who has not yet contacted police who may have information on this incident to do so.
“An extensive investigation into the precise circumstances of the incident is ongoing, and we continue to ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding the incident and refrain from sharing distressing content online.”
