Merseyside Police said: “We can confirm that seven people remain in hospital in a stable condition following the incident on Water Street on Monday 26 May.

“As part of the ongoing investigation, we have also been able to identify more people who were injured, with 79 in total who we are now speaking with.

“A 53-year-old man from West Derby, who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving offences and driving while unfit through drugs, remains in police custody.

“The investigation team have today (Wednesday 28 May) been granted further time to continue questioning him in police custody, which will remain in place until tomorrow.”