Liverpool parade suspect paul doyle to appear in court today

THE 53-YEAR-OLD IS ACCUSED OF DRIVING A CAR INTO CROWDS OF FANS DURING MONDAY'S PREMIER LEAGUE VICTORY CELEBRATIONS 04:00, 30 May 2025Updated 07:04, 30 May 2025 A man accused of driving

a car into crowds of fans during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade will appear in court today. Paul Doyle is due to be brought before Liverpool Magistrates’ Court this morning,

Friday, after being charged with a series of alleged offences following the incident during Monday’s title celebrations in Liverpool city centre. A total of 79 pedestrians, ranging from four

children aged as young as nine to a 78-year-old casualty, were injured after being struck by a Ford Galaxy on Water Street shortly after 6pm, with 50 requiring hospital treatment. Seven

remain as inpatients at present, but are said to be in a stable condition and believed to be recovering well. Doyle, of Burghill Road in West Derby, is accused of two counts of wounding with

intent, two charges of inflicting grievous bodily harm, two of attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving. His case is listed from 10am at the Queen Elizabeth II Law

Courts, with the 53-year-old having been charged with the alleged offences yesterday afternoon. The charges relate to a total of six complainants, including two children. These are one count

of wounding with intent and one of attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm. Merseyside Police's Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said during a press conference at the

force's headquarters on Thursday: "As always, our thoughts remain with all those injured and affected by the appalling incident that took place during the Liverpool Football Club

parade on Monday. "I fully understand how this incident has left us all shocked and saddened, and I know many will continue to have concerns and questions. Article continues below

"Our detectives are working tirelessly, with diligence and professionalism, to seek the answers to all those questions. When we are able to, we will provide further information.

"Merseyside Police is determined to gather as much evidence as possible to ensure that every avenue is explored. Now that Paul Doyle has been charged, we ask that the judicial process

be allowed to continue without any speculation online or elsewhere that could impede the pursuit of justice for all those affected. "A total of 79 people who were injured continue to be

in contact with our officers and staff, and seven people remain in hospital, receiving the expert care of our NHS colleagues. I hope that all of those who were injured, or witnessed this

terrible incident, are able, given time, to heal and recover. "This continues to be a large and complex investigation and detectives are reviewing a huge volume of CCTV and mobile phone

footage submitted by the public and businesses, as well as footage from our own body worn cameras and dashcams. "We are extremely grateful for the ongoing cooperation of the public who

have, and continue to, share their footage and witness accounts with detectives. Their input is vital to our ongoing enquiries. "I would encourage anyone who has not yet contacted

police who may have relevant information to please come forward and contact us. As always, my thoughts remain with victims and everyone impacted." Sarah Hammond, chief crown prosecutor

for the Crown Prosecution Service Mersey Cheshire, meanwhile told the media: "The investigation is at an early stage. Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a

huge volume of evidence. "This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements. It is important to ensure every victim gets the justice they deserve. The

charges will be kept under review as the investigation progresses. "We know Monday’s shocking scenes reverberated around the city of Liverpool and the entire country on what should have

been a day of celebration for hundreds of thousands of Liverpool FC supporters. Our thoughts remain with all those affected. Article continues below "Criminal proceedings against the

defendant are active and he has the right to a fair trial. It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information or media online which could in

any way prejudice these proceedings. Please allow the legal process to take its course without undue speculation."