Paul Doyle was in tears as he faced court today, accused of driving into a crowd during Liverpool FC’s Premier League title celebrations. The 54-year-old from West Derby pled not guilty to all charges, which include attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving after a Ford Galaxy ploughed through fans on May 26th. Over 100 people, ranging from young children to elderly spectators, were injured—though thankfully, all were discharged from hospital after treatment.
In a dramatic twist, four of Doyle’s charges were amended before the trial at Liverpool Crown Court. He now faces 31 counts in total, including 17 counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm. Among those injured were children as young as six months and adults like Jon Evans and Ashton Gilmore.
Doyle’s plea sparks the beginning of jury selection, with a trial that’s anticipated to span three or four weeks. As the community braces for courtroom drama, tensions are heightened with Doyle firmly proclaiming his innocence. Stay tuned for ongoing updates as this high-profile case unfolds.