Liverpool Parade Crash Suspect Appears in Court on Dangerous Driving and Attempted Murder Charges

Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old father of three and former Royal Marine, has been charged in connection with the Liverpool victory parade crash that injured 79 people.

Doyle, of West Derby, was arrested on Monday after a car plowed into fans celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title.

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He is scheduled to appear at Liverpool Magistrates' Court on Friday.

The incident occurred around 6 p.m. BST on Water Street. A nine-year-old was among those injured when the car, allegedly driven by Doyle, crashed into the crowd.

The local businessman faces multiple counts of causing and attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, dangerous driving, and unlawful and malicious wounding with intent.

Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims confirmed that seven people remain hospitalized. Neighbors of the suspect expressed shock and disbelief to the BBC, describing a heavy police presence on their street in the hours following the crash.

One neighbor recounted, "I came out late Monday night and there's police everywhere. Looking around all the houses, so I had a thought - imagine if it was him?"

Water Street reopened on Wednesday. ACC Sims stated that detectives are reviewing a substantial amount of CCTV and mobile phone footage.

Chief Crown Prosecutor Sarah Hammond added that this includes footage from businesses and dashcams, along with witness statements.

She emphasized that the charges "will be kept under review" as the investigation continues, adding, "It is important to ensure every victim gets the justice they deserve."

The seven charges against Doyle can be categorized into four groups: two counts of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), one of which allegedly involves a child; two counts of causing GBH with intent; two counts of attempted GBH with intent, one also allegedly involving a child; and one count of dangerous driving.

The Sentencing Council clarifies that GBH does not require an open wound, while wounding does.

Police confirmed the ages of those injured range from nine to 78.

ACC Sims acknowledged the public's questions about the incident and assured that detectives are "working tirelessly" to find answers.