Liverpool Parade Tragedy: 79 Injured, Driver Faces Seven Charges

Liverpool Trophy Parade Car Crash: 79 Injured, Driver in Court A van plowed into a crowd celebrating Liverpool Football Club's victory parade on May 30th, 2025, injuring 79 people. The incident occurred near the Queen Elizabeth Law Courts in Liverpool. Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old man, appeared in court today to face seven charges stemming from the incident. "He looked to be holding back tears as the charges against him were read out," reported Sky News correspondent Katerina Vittozzi. The charges include causing grievous bodily harm, malicious wounding, and dangerous driving. The Crown Prosecution Service stated they will continue to review the charges as the police investigation continues. The incident involved a Ford Galaxy van crashing into the crowd at the end of the parade. Two men, two women, and two children (aged 11 and 17) were among the 79 people who required hospital treatment. Doyle remains in police custody, and a trial date is set for later this year. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of crowd safety management at large public events.