Suspect named as ex-Royal Marine Paul Doyle, after car hits Liverpool crowd, injuring 79
A former Royal Marine has been charged with seven offences after a car drove into crowds celebrating Liverpool's Premier League victory earlier this week.
Paul Doyle, 53, a father of three from West Derby, Liverpool, was named by police as the driver of the Ford Galaxy that struck fans on Water Street in the city centre on Monday.
Seventy-nine people were injured, with 50 taken to hospital. The victims ranged in age from nine to 78, and seven remain in hospital in stable condition.
The Crown Prosecution Service said Doyle faces two counts of wounding with intent, two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, two counts of attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, and one count of dangerous driving.
Doyle has been remanded in custody and will appear at Liverpool Magistrates' Court on Friday.
Police believe Doyle may have dodged a roadblock by following an ambulance into the area.
The incident happened at around 6pm on a bank holiday, as thousands of fans filled the streets to celebrate the club's 20th league title.
Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims of Merseyside Police said detectives are reviewing a 'huge volume' of CCTV and mobile phone footage as part of a large and complex investigation. 'When we are able to, we will provide further information,' she said.
Chief Crown Prosecutor Sarah Hammond said, 'Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a huge volume of evidence. This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements. It is important to ensure that every victim gets the justice they deserve.'
The incident is not being treated as terror-related, and police said Doyle was believed to have acted alone.
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