Liverpool parade accused Paul Doyle pleads not guilty

Liverpool parade accused Paul Doyle pleads not guilty

Paul Doyle, a former Royal Marine Commando, is facing 31 charges after allegedly using his car as a weapon to deliberately strike Liverpool FC fans during the club’s Premier League victory parade. The incident, which resulted in injuries to over 130 people, including eight children, occurred on Water Street in Liverpool City Centre on 26 May. Doyle, 53, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court via videolink from prison and pleaded not guilty to each of the charges, which include causing grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving.

The charges against Doyle, who resides on Burghill Road in West Derby, Liverpool, also involve allegations related to two babies. His legal team has encountered difficulties in accessing their client in prison, facing lengthy delays in arranging in-person visits or video conferences with Doyle. Simon Csoka, KC, Doyle’s defense attorney, expressed frustration with the system, stating that Belmarsh Prison had not provided Doyle with a laptop to view CCTV footage and other digital evidence, despite repeated requests. Csoka criticized the prison’s handling of the situation, describing it as “incomprehensible” and noting the challenges the defense team faced due to “impenetrable red tape.”

The defense’s struggles with accessing their client and necessary resources underscore the complexities of the case against Doyle. As legal proceedings continue, questions linger about the circumstances surrounding the incident and the impact it has had on the victims and their families. Doyle’s denial of the charges sets the stage for a contentious legal battle, with implications for both the accused and the community affected by the tragic events in Liverpool

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