British Man Paul Doyle Faces Charges for Injuring 79 in Liverpool Car Attack
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### British Man Faces Court for Liverpool Car Attack Injuring 79
A 53-year-old British man, Paul Doyle, faced the court in Liverpool, England, on Friday, charged with intentionally driving his vehicle into a crowd celebrating Liverpool Football Club's Premier League victory, injuring 79 people, including four children.
At Liverpool Magistrates' Court, Doyle, reportedly a father of three and a former Royal Marine, appeared emotional as he confirmed his name, date of birth, and address. He faces seven charges, among them dangerous driving, causing grievous bodily harm with intent, and unlawful and malicious wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
The incident left 79 individuals injured, with at least 50 requiring hospital treatment, according to police. Four children were among the injured, with the youngest being nine years old. The charges specifically relate to injuries sustained by six people, including two minors aged 11 and 17, whose identities are legally protected.
The attack occurred on Monday during a 10-mile victory parade in Liverpool, near the end of the route on Water Street, at approximately 6 p.m. Philip Astbury, the prosecutor, stated in court that Doyle "drove deliberately at people among that crowd as they tried to leave the area."
The suspect was remanded in custody following a subsequent hearing at Liverpool Crown Court, where a provisional trial date was set for November 24, and an August 14 hearing was scheduled for Doyle to enter a plea. Reports indicate that Doyle is a former member of the Royal Marines commando unit.
Chief prosecutor Sarah Hammond mentioned that the charges could be revised as the police continue to sift through extensive evidence, including video footage and witness statements, suggesting further charges might be added or existing ones modified.