A Driver's Rage on Liverpool's Celebration Day

On a day meant for joy, a man's anger turned Liverpool's victory parade into a scene of panic.

The Incident

• Date: May 26
• Location: Liverpool, UK
• Perpetrator: Paul Doyle, 54
• Vehicle: Ford Galaxy
• Injuries: 134 people, ranging from a 6-month-old baby to a 77-year-old woman

The Attack

• Dashcam Footage: Captured the terrifying moments when fans were thrown onto the hood or fell under the vehicle.
• Doyle's Behavior: Swearing and shouting at the crowd to move.
• Initial Denial: Doyle denied all 31 charges but admitted to all offenses just before his trial on November 26.

Charges and Trial

• Charges Included:
• Dangerous driving
• Affray
• Multiple counts of attempting to cause serious harm
• Judge's Statement: "Inexplicable and undiluted fury."
• Intent: Deliberate act of rage, intending to force his way through the crowd, even harming children.

The Aftermath

• Doyle's Claim: Alleged seeing someone with a knife and acted in panic.
• Evidence: No alcohol, drugs, or car defects found.
• Crown Prosecution Service: Doyle lost his temper and went into a rage.
• Heroic Action: Fan Dan Barr climbed into the back seat and held the gearstick to stop the car.

Impact

• Judge's Words: "Disregard for human life."
• Detective Chief Inspector John Fitzgerald: "Beyond comprehension," "Sheer luck that no lives were lost."

Conclusion

The incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly joy can turn to chaos when anger takes over.