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BreakingNews.ie
a day ago
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- BreakingNews.ie
Number of people injured at Liverpool's victory parade rises to 109
The number of people reported injured after a car drove into crowds at Liverpool's victory parade has risen to more than 100, police have said. Four people remained in hospital on Monday, a week on from the incident which happened on Water Street, in the city centre, just after 6pm. Advertisement In an update, a Merseyside Police spokesman said: 'The number of people reported to have been injured currently stands at 109.' Last week, police said 79 people had been injured. Paul Doyle, 53, has been charged in connection with the crash and appeared in court last week. Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson said: 'This is a complex and constantly evolving investigation and we are still working through and assessing those reporting being injured and our inquiries remain ongoing. Advertisement 'I would like to thank everyone who has been in touch with us so far to give witness accounts or supply information or video footage. The response so far has been of great assistance in progressing the investigation. 'We have had more than 500 submissions to the Major Incident Police Portal (MIPP) and a team of detectives are currently working through the information provided. Police officers at the scene in Water Street near the Liver Building in Liverpool (Peter Byrne/PA) 'I would continue to appeal for anyone who has information and is yet to come forward to please get in touch as a matter of urgency.' Those injured and their families are being supported by specialist officers and police are being assisted in the investigation by forces in Greater Manchester, Cumbria, Lancashire, North Wales and Cheshire. Advertisement Doyle, reported to be a former Royal Marine, from Croxteth, Liverpool, is charged with 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. The offences relate to six victims, including two children aged 11 and 17. He was remanded in custody after appearing at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday and is due appear for a plea hearing on August 14. Police and emergency personnel at the scene on Water Street, Liverpool (Danny Lawson/PA) Detective Superintendent Wilson said: 'As a person has now been charged in connection with this incident, I would like to remind people not to speculate or share information or footage which could in any way jeopardise the case. Advertisement 'We understand that emotions are still running high, and people are seeking answers, but it is vital that we allow the matter to go through the judicial process.' Police previously said they believed the car that struck pedestrians was able to follow an ambulance crew attending to someone suffering a heart attack after a road block during Liverpool FC's celebrations was temporarily lifted.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- General
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Liverpool parade crash victims rise to 109 as police appeal for more witnesses after Paul Doyle charged over incident
The number of people injured in during Liverpool FC's Premier League celebrations has risen to 109. Police were contacted at 6pm on Monday May 26 to reports of a grey Ford Galaxy driving into pedestrians on Water Street in the city centre, close to the parade route of the Reds' team bus. Paul Doyle, 53, of West Derby in Liverpool, has been charged with a multitude of offences in connection with the incident and remains in custody. Four people remain in hospital as of today, Merseyside Police said this afternoon. Detectives are continuing to appeal for witnesses as they investigate the full circumstances of the Water Street horror. They have received more than 500 submissions to the public information portal set up in the wake of the incident.
Free Malaysia Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Cops seek answers following car-ramming at Liverpool parade
At least 47 people were injured when a driver in a dark car slammed into dense crowds on Water Street. (AP pic) LIVERPOOL : Football fans from the UK and abroad rallied around Liverpool today, vowing to stand by the port city after a car-ramming injured dozens of people, four seriously, and devastated celebrations for its Premier League win. As investigators sought to answer the key question about why a driver ploughed into the crowds as the team's parade wrapped up late yesterday, messages of support flooded in. A 53-year-old white British man, believed to be the driver of the car, was arrested, but police have said they are not treating the incident as terrorism. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are injured and affected. You'll never walk alone,' said former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, echoing the club's famous anthem which only hours before had echoed joyfully around the city. King Charles III, who is currently visiting Canada, said he was 'deeply shocked and saddened'. 'It is truly devastating to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for so many could end in such distressing circumstances,' he said in a statement. At least 47 people were injured when a driver in a dark car slammed into dense crowds on Water Street, just after an open-topped bus parade with Liverpool manager Arne Slot and star players including Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk passed by. Four children were among those hurt, including one seriously. 'There are still four people who are very, very ill in hospital,' Steve Rotheram, mayor of the Liverpool metro region, told BBC radio. Liverpool centre had turned into a sea of red yesterday as the jubilant Reds paraded through the city to celebrate a record-equalling 20th English league title. But today a police cordon remained in place, and the silent street was strewn with litter from the festivities. A blue and white tent covered the vehicle involved as forensic officers examined the scene. 'Pandemonium' Ninety-seven Liverpool fans died in a crush at a game in the Hillsborough stadium in 1989. (AP pic) Hundreds of fans gathered at Liverpool's Anfield stadium today, many having travelled from around the globe to join the celebrations. While there was relief that no one was killed, there was shock that a day of joy had ended in tragedy. 'It's devastating… We were all there for the joy of the day,' said Adrian Chan, 35, who had travelled from Singapore. Michael Skabara, 28, a bar owner from Poland and a Liverpool fan for 20 years after Polish player Jerzy Dudek's role in its 2005 Champions League final win, was on his first visit. He vowed he would be back. 'After what happened yesterday I am definitely coming to a game as soon as I can. Life is too short,' he said. Sunil Patel was with friends in a restaurant when they heard the news. Instead of a celebration 'we're being told a sad story', he told AFP. Images on social media showed the car ploughing through a crowd, running over people and others bouncing off its bonnet. Other clips showed the vehicle being brought to a halt and swarmed by angry fans, who smashed the back windows as police sought to hold them back. Merseyside police are treating yesterday's events as an isolated incident. 'We could just see a commotion and a wave of people running back towards us,' Adam Hughes, 35, told AFP. 'It was pandemonium.' Four people, including a child, were trapped under the car, which had to be lifted to free them, fire services said. Prime Minister Keir Starmer commended the 'remarkable bravery' of the emergency services, adding that 'The whole country stands with Liverpool'. 'Liverpool family' 'Our anthem has never felt more appropriate, 'You'll Never Walk Alone',' legendary former Liverpool player and manager Kenny Dalglish said. Everton, Liverpool's Merseyside rivals, said their 'thoughts are with all those who have been affected'. And great club rivals Manchester United wrote: 'Our thoughts are with LFC and the city of Liverpool after today's awful incident.' Liverpool's football history has been shadowed by tragedy. In 1989, 97 Liverpool fans died in a crush at a game in the Hillsborough stadium in Sheffield. More than 760 people were also injured in the deadliest disaster in British sporting history, which still scars the port city. Police were quick to share the ethnicity of the suspect yesterday which one former police chief termed 'unprecedented'. 'I think that was to dampen down some of the speculation from the far-right that sort of continues on X,' former Metropolitan Police chief superintendent Dal Babu told BBC radio.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Liverpool suspect Paul Doyle ‘holds back tears' as he appears in court on GBH charges
Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old former Royal Marine and father-of-three, appeared in Liverpool Magistrates' court facing seven charges related to an incident during Liverpool FC's victory parade. Doyle is accused of driving a Ford Galaxy into fans on Water Street, injuring 79 people, and faces charges including two counts of attempted grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and causing grievous bodily harm with intent. The incident occurred during the celebration of Liverpool 's 20th league title, which drew up to a million supporters to a 10-mile parade in the city. During the court appearance, Doyle, wearing a black suit, white shirt, and grey tie, confirmed his name and address, appearing emotional and holding back tears as he looked at the reporters in the courtroom. Due to legal matters raised by the prosecution, District Judge Paul Healey adjourned the case, with proceedings set to resume later in the day; a heavy police presence was noted around the courtroom and the Water Street area.
BreakingNews.ie
5 days ago
- General
- BreakingNews.ie
Alleged Liverpool parade crash driver appears in court
The alleged driver of a car that ploughed into a crowd at Liverpool's Premier League victory parade has appeared in court. Paul Doyle, 53, appeared at Liverpool Magistrates' Court on Friday morning charged with seven offences following the incident on Water Street in the city centre on Monday, which resulted in 79 people suffering injuries. Advertisement The father-of-three, of Croxteth, Liverpool, was remanded in custody to appear at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday afternoon. Doyle, wearing a black suit, white shirt and grey tie, looked emotional as he was brought in from the cells and looked around at the dozens of reporters packing the courtroom, his face crumpling slightly as he held back tears. District Judge Paul Healey asked the defendant to identify himself and in a croaky voice, Doyle confirmed his name and gave his date of birth and address in Liverpool. He is accused of 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. Advertisement Police and emergency personnel on Monday in Water Street (Danny Lawson/PA) The charges relate to six victims, including two children. Police confirmed the ages of those injured ranged from nine to 78. On Thursday, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said the charges against Doyle, who is reportedly an ex-Royal Marine, would be kept 'under review as the investigation progresses'. Chief crown prosecutor for CPS Mersey-Cheshire, Sarah Hammond, said: 'The investigation is at an early stage. Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a huge volume of evidence. Advertisement 'This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements. 'It is important to ensure every victim gets the justice they deserve.' On Thursday, police said seven people remain in hospital. Police previously said they believed the car that struck pedestrians was able to follow an ambulance crew attending to someone suffering a heart attack after a road block was temporarily lifted. Advertisement
