Paul Doyle pleads not guilty to 31 charges in Liverpool parade attack

Paul Doyle, 53, appeared via video link at Liverpool Crown Court on Thursday and pleaded not guilty to 31 charges after a Ford Galaxy allegedly drove into crowds leaving Liverpool FCs Premier League victory parade on the evening of May 26 on Water Street in the city centre. The incident, which occurred just after 6pm as fans dispersed from the open‑top bus celebrations, left scores of people injured and prompted a large police response.

Merseyside Police said 134 people were injured when the vehicle struck pedestrians, and that 50 of those required hospital treatment. The charges against Doyle relate to 29 alleged victims aged between six months and 77 years. Court papers allege he committed a range of offences including attempted and actual grievous bodily harm with intent, wounding with intent, dangerous driving and affray. Prosecutors have detailed 18 counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, nine counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, two counts of wounding with intent, one count of dangerous driving and one count of affray.

Doyle, who has been described in court documents as a former Royal Marine and a father of three, confirmed his...