Paul Doyle, 53, a former Royal Marine from Liverpool, has seen the number of criminal charges against him rise to 31 following a dramatic update in court. During a hearing at Liverpool Crown Court, Doyle was presented with 24 new counts, consisting of 23 assault charges and one count of affray, linked to the incident in May when a Ford Galaxy allegedly drove into a crowd celebrating Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory.
On 26 May 2025, during the city-wide Premier League victory parade, Doyle allegedly drove his vehicle into fans gathering on Water Street, causing widespread panic and injuries. The initial investigation found that 134 people were injured, ranging in age from several months to 77 years old, many requiring hospitalization.
Police say Doyle may have slipped through a roadblock by tailgating an ambulance, an act they believe was deliberate rather than accidental. Authorities have stated that terrorism is not under consideration, and they are treating the case as isolated.
The expanded charges now include
•19 counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm
•7 counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent
•3 counts of wounding with intent
•1 count of dangerous driving
•1 count of affray
Moreover, six of the additional charges concern injuries to children, including two infants aged six and seven months at the time of the incident.
Doyle appeared via video link from prison, visibly emotional, and confirmed his identity but did not enter any plea. His legal team requested time to review the expanded indictment, and the plea hearing has been adjourned until 4 September.
A provisional trial date is slated for 24 November, with proceedings expected to span three to four weeks.
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