Individual under scrutiny for deliberately colliding car with Liverpool FC supporters now faces an additional 24 criminal charges.
The latest developments in the Liverpool FC fan incident that took place on May 26, 2022, reveal that Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old man, has been charged with 31 offenses. The incident, which occurred during the celebration of the club's 20th domestic title, saw Doyle allegedly ramming a car into a crowd of supporters.
The attack took place on Walter Street in Liverpool city center, resulting in dozens of injuries, including at least four people and a child. In a shocking turn of events, at least one of the victims was only 7 months old at the time of the attack.
Doyle, who was seen in tears during a video call, allegedly bypassed a police roadblock by following an ambulance that was attending to a heart attack victim. Merseyside Police have stated that the incident was not terrorism-related and was an isolated event.
The charges against Doyle have increased from the initial 7 to 31, with 23 of the new charges being for assault. Six of these assault charges involve children, including two babies aged 6 and 7 months at the time of the incident. At least four people, including a child, were reported to have been freed from beneath the car after it came to a stop.
Doyle, who is an IT specialist and former Royal Marine, is expected to enter pleas on September 4, 2025. The area was sealed off following the incident, and the case is progressing with serious assault charges related to the incident that caused multiple injuries, including to children and babies, amid Liverpool fan celebrations.
Neighbors have described Doyle as a normal family man, making the incident all the more shocking locally. The incident has left a lasting impact on the community, with many still reeling from the events that unfolded that day.
As the case continues to unfold, the city of Liverpool and the football community continue to rally together in support of those affected by the incident. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of safety and vigilance during celebratory events, and the community remains resilient in the face of adversity.
- The latest developments in the 'crime-and-justice' category surrounding the Liverpool FC fan incident, which occurred in the context of 'general-news' and 'European-leagues', involve a charge against Paul Doyle, an IT specialist and former Royal Marine, for 31 offenses linked to the incident.
- 'Sports' fans are urged to remain vigilant during celebratory events, following the 'crime-and-justice' incident at Liverpool city center that occurred during the club's title celebration, resulting in multiple injuries, including to children and babies.
- The 'crime-and-justice' case, involving Paul Doyle and the incident on Walter Street, has left a lasting impact on the 'sports' community in Liverpool, serving as a grim reminder of the importance of safety and community support in times of adversity.
