Trial Date Set for Liverpool Parade Crash Suspect
A provisional trial date has been set for a man accused of deliberately driving into crowds during Liverpool’s Premier League victory parade, an incident that left dozens injured.
Paul Doyle, 53, of Croxteth, Liverpool, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday charged with seven serious offences linked to Monday’s crash on Water Street, which injured 79 people, including children.
Doyle, dressed in a black suit, white shirt, and grey tie, spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth. He appeared visibly emotional, holding back tears and shaking his head at points during the hearing.
He is facing two counts of wounding with intent, two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, two counts of attempted grievous bodily harm, and one count of dangerous driving. The charges relate to six individuals, among them two minors aged 11 and 17. Reporting restrictions remain in place to protect the victims’ identities.
According to the prosecution, Doyle drove a Ford Galaxy Titanium dangerously from his home on Burghill Road to the city centre, where he allegedly struck multiple pedestrians after a roadblock was temporarily lifted to allow an ambulance through.
Judge Andrew Menary, Recorder of Liverpool, scheduled a provisional trial for November 24, with proceedings expected to last between three and four weeks. Doyle was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on August 14, when he is expected to enter a plea.
“This is a developing investigation with many witnesses still to be interviewed and extensive CCTV footage to be reviewed,” said prosecutor Philip Astbury.
The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed that the charges remain under review. “We are committed to ensuring every victim gets the justice they deserve,” said Sarah Hammond, Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS Mersey-Cheshire.
Police stated that seven victims remained hospitalised as of Thursday. Ages of those injured range from nine to 78.
Liverpool FC manager Jürgen Klopp previously described the crash as an event that “destroyed one of the greatest days in the history of Liverpool city.”
