Driver Who Rammed Liverpool Title Crowd Sentenced to 21 Years and 6 Months

Overview

• Paul Doyle, 54, was convicted on 31 counts at Liverpool Crown Court for deliberately driving into supporters during the 26 May celebrations.
• Judge Andrew Menary said Doyle showed persistent disregard for life by forcing his way through the crowd despite repeated chances to stop.
• Police reported 134 people were injured, with about 50 hospitalized, including a six-month-old baby who was thrown from a pram without serious injury.
• Doyle pleaded guilty on 26 November to multiple counts including grievous bodily harm with intent and attempted grievous bodily harm.
• Authorities ruled out terrorism, and Doyle was detained at the scene before prosecutors presented dashcam footage and victim statements in court.