Liverpool FC Victory Parade Tragedy: Suspect Faces 24 New Charges Including Attempted GBH Against Infants

A suspect in the Liverpool FC victory parade vehicle attack faces 24 new charges, including attempted grievous bodily harm against infants, as court proceedings reveal shocking details of the May incident that injured 130 spectators.

Court Proceedings Intensify in Liverpool Parade Attack Case

Paul Doyle, 32, appeared via videolink from HMP Liverpool as prosecutors expanded charges to 31 counts total. The new indictment includes:

  • 17 counts of attempted GBH with intent
  • 5 counts of GBH with intent
  • 1 count of wounding with intent
  • 1 count of affray

Key developments:

  • Two infants (6 months and 11 months) listed among victims
  • Three additional minors (ages 3-17) added to charges
  • Prosecutors presented 1,200 pages of new evidence
  • Defense requested delay citing unprocessed CCTV evidence

Timeline of Events

Date Event
May 26 Ford Galaxy crashes into crowd post-victory parade
June 1 Initial 7 charges filed
July 15 24 new charges added
August 2 Case adjourned until September 18

Impact on Football Community

  • Liverpool FC issued statement supporting victims
  • Premier League reviewing safety protocols for public events
  • GoFundMe campaign raised £85,000 for injured supporters

Medical reports indicate:

  • 12 victims still receiving hospital treatment
  • 5 children undergoing psychological counseling
  • 23 adults diagnosed with PTSD

Next Steps

  • Defense team to review 48 witness statements
  • Pending decision on prison laptop access for evidence review
  • Potential trial date set for Q1 2024

BBC Merseyside will continue coverage through @BBCMerseyside and BBC Sounds podcasts.

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