Four people have been killed in a fatal road collision in Huyton.
Police were called to Liverpool Road shortly before 2am on Friday (July 24) to reports that a black Cupra had come off the road and collided with a lamppost.
The vehicle was travelling from Liverpool towards Knowsley at the time.
Emergency services attended the scene but two men both aged 23 and two other men aged 24 and 26 respectively were sadly pronounced deceased.
Their next of kin have been informed and will be supported by specially trained officers.
A 27-year-old man who was a passenger in the car has been taken to hospital, where his current condition is described as stable.
A police scene has been put in place as part of the initial stages of the investigation.
Road closures remain in place on Liverpool Road and East Prescot Road in both directions from its junction with Finch Lane to its junction with Princess Drive.
These closures are likely to remain in place over the coming weekend.
Superintendent Paul Holden said: “First and foremost our thoughts are with the family of the four men who sadly lost their lives following the collision in the early hours of this morning.
“Their families have been informed and are being supported by our specially trained family liaison officers.
“This is a truly devastating moment for their families and loved ones, and it is now our priority to get answers for them on how the collision occurred.
“We know this happened very early this morning, but if anyone saw what happened or were driving through the area just before the incident occurred then please get in touch.
“Similarly, if you live in the area and have doorbell footage of the black Seat Cupra or the incident itself, please contact us. You may have information or footage that would be useful to our investigation.”
A temporary flight restriction zone, specifically affecting drones, is also in place above Liverpool Road that prevents drones from flying in the restricted airspace.
Anyone who has not been granted permission could be prosecuted as well as having their equipment seized and confiscated by police.
Those who wishes to seek consideration for the safe and appropriate flight of a drone in these areas must obtain permission from Merseyside Police, Tac Ad on 07971688873.
Anyone with information about this collision is asked to DM @MerPolCC, contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on (0151) 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk quoting reference number 26000600149.