Man on trial accused of driving into Liverpool fans at parade

A man accused of deliberately driving into a crowd of Liverpool fans is set to go on trial today (25 November).

More than 130 people were injured in May after a Ford Galaxy ploughed into people on Water Street, as supporters were making their way towards town after watching their heroes parade the Premier League trophy.

Those injured range from a six-month-old boy to a 78-year-old woman.

50 of those hurt needed hospital treatment.

Paul Doyle, 54, of West Derby, Liverpool, has pleaded not guilty to:

• One count of dangerous driving
• Nine counts of grievous bodily harm with intent
• 17 counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm
• Three counts of wounding with intent
• One count of affray

The trial is estimated to last for up to four weeks.

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