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Man named and charged in relation to Manchester van and tram crash that killed three-year-old girl

Police have confirmed this afternoon.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 26th February 2025

A man has been named and charged after a van and a tram collided in Manchester city centre this past weekend.

It comes after emergency services responded to reports of a road traffic collision involving a tram and a van in Mosley Street in Manchester city centre at around 10am this past Saturday (22 February), where it was found that the van collided with the tram, forcing the van onto the pavement where it collided with a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a three-year-old girl, was rushed to hospital, but despite the best efforts of all involved, sadly passed away from her injuries.

A scene remained in place around the Mosley Street, Booth Street, and Nicholas Street areas whilst officers conducted their investigations over the weekend.

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The scene of the incident on Mosley Street in Manchester city centre / Credit: The Manc Group

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) had previously issued a widespread public appeal to find the driver of the van after he fled the scene shortly after, and officers had been following ‘several lines of enquiry’ to locate him.

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It was reported that the suspect was ‘identified’ on Monday morning (24 February), and now, GMP has named the driver as Rawal Rehman, of Lambton Road in Manchester.

The 35-year-old has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving and will appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court today (26 February).

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The little girl who lost her life in the tragic incident was named Louisa (Lulu) Palmisano.

Her family wrote in a heartbreaking tribute to her yesterday: “Louisa was the sweetest, kindest, and most generous little girl. She was full of creativity and joy, and she absolutely loved going to nursery every day.

“Her absence has left a devastating void in our family – she was our only child, our whole world. We were simply enjoying a happy family day out in Manchester when this unimaginable tragedy struck. In an instant, our lives were shattered beyond repair.

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“The pain of losing her is unbearable, and we miss her more than words can ever express.”

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The Man City Parade 2025/26 – route, timings, ‘The After Party’, performers and more

Danny Jones Danny Jones Man City trophy parade guide 2026 key info

After Man City became just the second team in English football history to win a domestic cup double, the Blues will once again be taking over Manchester city centre for a parade to mark the end of the 2025/26 campaign.

They may not have won the league this time, but it’s still another pair of trophies to add to the cabinet.

More importantly, with club legends Bernardo Silva, John Stones, and perhaps even Pep Guardiola (we’ll have to wait and see) leaving after a decade at the club this summer, ‘Cityzens’ will be coming from all over Greater Manchester to honour yet another memorable silverware-laden term.

With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of everything important you need to know ahead of the blue half of Manchester’s post-season celebrations.

Man City parade 25/26 – all the key info

When does it start and end?

For starters, for those wondering what the start time is for the latest City parade, this year’s event will be building up from around 4pm and finishing at approximately 6:30pm this coming bank holiday Monday, 25 June.

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The last parade was ‘Fourmidable’.
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Man City parade route for 2026

As for where the jubilation will be running from and to this time, they’re moving over to the Northern Quarter before the parade procession itself passes through Ancoats and towards their home stadium.

The open-top buses themselves will set off around 5pm, heading towards the Etihad Campus from Ashton New Road, before arriving at the Colin Bell Stand reception.

For those unable to journey elsewhere/just looking to enjoy from one spot, supporters will also be able to watch the full build-up and parade in its entirety on the big screens outside the ground from 4pm onwards, with an accessible viewing area and subtitles available, too.

Accessibility options

Great Ancoats Street (near the start of the parade route) 

  • A designated area for wheelchair users and ambulant disabled supporters and companions.  
  • Street-level area is free, with access on a first-come, first-served basis; stewards on hand to help. 

Colin Bell Stand

  • Elevated platform available for wheelchair users and ambulant disabled supporters who would struggle to stand in the crowd. 
  • Again, first-come, first-served.

Travel advice and parking info

Parking at the Etihad Stadium itself is only available for those with a ticket for the official ‘After Party’ event; however, there are free spots available at park and ride sites such as Ashton Moss, Ashton West, and Ladywell. You can find a full list of locations HERE.

Fans are encouraged to use public transport where possible, with Bee Network buses and trams running throughout the city and towards East Manchester.

Check out the Etihad’s dedicated travel and transport page for more guidance, and/or watch our guide on how to get to the Co-op Live down below.

The Man City Parade After Party at Co-op Live

Speaking of carrying on after the main event, ‘The After Party’ at Co-op Live and the surrounding area is also an option for Blues looking to have a ball – pun intended.

Besides the parade, the fun will also be getting underway at the same time over in the massive industry-leading arena next door to City’s home ground, doors opening from as early as 3pm.

Final entry into the venue itself is set at 5pm, with players set to head over and join in with the drinks, jubilation and big energy tunes once the parade finishes around 6:30pm.

On the subject of music, fans are also being treated to a live performance from none other than the much-loved Manc band, Doves, who will be playing a special in-person set, due to wrap up at 8pm.

You can find all the details regarding general admission tickets, as well as VIP and hospitality packages, right HERE.

What else is on around the City parade?

For those looking to take in any extra festivities or even just some food and drink during the few hours you’ll be out singing ‘Blue Moon’, you’ll be glad to hear that a number of local institutions will also be getting involved.

As well as Northern Quarter favourites BAB offering their £10 lunch deal (12-3pm every day), happy hour deals, AND a small plates offer (Monday-Thursday, 4-7pm; Fridays from 4pm until close), fellow NQ neighbours, The Pen and Pencil, are also opening for the day to help host any crowd overspill.

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Perhaps most notably, however, an official Man City pop-up will be opening in the city centre in the days leading up to the parade itself – so, for anyone who can’t make it on the bank holiday Monday, you can still spend at least part of your long weekend drinking in the splendour.

If you’re wondering what exactly this is going to be like, look no further…

Manchester City to open pop-up pub in honour of John Stones and Bernardo Silva
Such a great idea.

A different kind of ‘Treble’

It’s also worth noting that not only have the men’s team added yet another accolade to their collection this season, but Man City Women also finally lifted their second WSL title.

Moreover, MCFC’s under-18s squad won a historic FA Youth Cup with their Manchester derby win earlier this month, too, making it multiple landmark results across the board.

With that in mind, this year’s Man City trophy parade and After Party looks set to be a more all-encompassing one than ever.

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Judging by the scenes for the likes of the last Treble, you won’t want to miss it.

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Arrests made following Piccadilly Gardens fight that left several men with stab wounds

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

A number of arrests have been made following reports of a fight in Piccadilly Gardens one night earlier this week.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that officers from the City Centre policing team responded to reports of a fight in Piccadilly Gardens at around 9:54pm on Tuesday (19 May 2026), and when they arrived at the scene, they discovered multiple people with stab wounds.

A man in his 20s was found at the scene by police with stab wounds and was taken to hospital for treatment.

A second man, in his 50s, was located nearby with a stab wound to his arm and was also taken to hospital, and a third man, also in his 20s, later attended Manchester Royal Infirmary with a stab wound to his back.

All three men have been arrested on suspicion of affray, GMP stated.

Officers do not believe there to be a wider threat to the public at this time, however the public is being told there will be an ‘increased police presence’ in the area as a precaution.

As enquiries continue at pace, detectives from the City of Manchester CID team are now appealing for information and witnesses.

“The use of knives or violence in our communities is completely unacceptable,” commented Detective Superintendent Ian McNabb, of GMP’s City of Manchester Central District. “Incidents like this are incredibly serious and can have devastating consequences.

“Our officers are working tirelessly in the city centre and across Greater Manchester to tackle this kind of offending and keep people safe.

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“We will be relentless in our efforts to remove knives from our streets and to bring those who carry or use them to justice to prevent incidents like this happening.”

Can you help? Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, or via LiveChat online, quoting log 3667 of 19/05/2026. 

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