What was meant to be a joyful moment for football fans has resurfaced in court as a serious legal battle begins.
A man at the centre of a frightening incident that unfolded during Liverpool’s title parade is now preparing to face trial, bringing renewed attention to a day that many in the city hoped to remember for happier reasons.
Crowds Turned Panic-Stricken
During the celebrations on May 26, thousands were packed into Liverpool’s streets to honour the club’s Premier League triumph.
But the mood shifted dramatically when a Ford Galaxy Titanium reportedly drove directly into the cheering crowd on Water Street shortly after 6pm.
By the time emergency services arrived, more than 130 people reported injuries—an event witnesses described as chaotic and terrifying.
The Accused Faces a Long List of Charges
The man accused in the case, 54-year-old Paul Doyle from Croxteth, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court today to face a heavy catalogue of charges.
These include dangerous driving, affray, 17 counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, nine counts of causing GBH with intent, and three counts of wounding with intent.
In total, he is charged with 31 offences connected to 29 victims ranging in age from six months to 77 years old.
Courtroom Atmosphere Filled With Tension
Court attendance was at full capacity, with more than 20 journalists present alongside Doyle’s family members and members of the public.
Dressed in a black suit and glasses, the defendant quietly confirmed his identity before becoming visibly emotional while entering pleas for several of the charges.
Despite the seriousness of the allegations, he denies every offence brought against him.
Children Among the Alleged Victims
Some of the most distressing accusations relate to children, including seven minors aged between seven months and 17 who cannot be publicly identified for legal reasons.
The youngest named victim, six-month-old Teddy Eveson, is included in the charges alleging attempted grievous bodily harm with intent.
The extent of injuries and psychological impact on the families remains a critical part of the investigation.
A Trial Set to Span Weeks
Legal representatives expect the proceedings to run for three to four weeks, with dozens of witnesses anticipated to give evidence.
Given the number of victims and the severity of the allegations, the court will be navigating a vast amount of testimony, CCTV footage, medical reports, and forensic analysis.
What’s Next?
The coming weeks will see prosecutors outline the sequence of events they believe shows deliberate harm, while the defence will challenge these claims and present their interpretation of the incident.
Witness statements, medical assessments, and video evidence will all be examined as the court works toward determining whether Doyle is criminally responsible for what happened during Liverpool’s victory parade.
A verdict is expected once all testimonies and legal arguments have been presented.
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