Paul Doyle, 35, was sentenced to more than 21 years in prison. He drove his car through crowds as they looted Liverpool’s Premier League title parade. The death of the young man on May 29, 2022, sent ripples of anger and disbelief across the community. The result was an event that left most attendees traumatized. The court found that Doyle’s conduct was reckless and dangerous. To deter others from similar conduct, they handed down a highly unusual long jail term.
Following Doyle’s sentencing, Merseyside Police shared the dash cam footage. That footage most evocatively brings home the harrowing moments of the attack. The footage shows Doyle’s vehicle plowing into a throng of supporters celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League victory. To watch the video, click here. Warning from U.S. First, they warned the public in advance of its release so that all are prepared.
The parade attracted tens of thousands of supporters into the streets of Liverpool, reveling in the club’s historic achievement. What should have been a day of mobility celebration quickly spiraled into civic chaos. Doyle’s vehicle was the instrument on that day, as he targeted pedestrians, ending celebrations in an instant. Emergency services were on scene in quick time. They served dozens of critically wounded patients, many needing to go to the hospital for the extreme extent of their wounds.
Doyle ultimately was charged and convicted of many incidents including grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving. At trial, testimony and evidence showed through an eye witness account as well as video footage of just how far he went in his reckless disregard. The court underscored the need for a significant sentence to reflect the seriousness of the crime and its impact on victims and their families.
Merseyside Police emphasized that sharing the dash cam footage serves a dual purpose: to provide transparency regarding the incident and to serve as a cautionary tale against reckless driving. As the police stated, by releasing this footage, they will help prevent similar events in the future.
The aftermath of this release has played out differently, as explained further below. Many more will be glad the police are being more transparent and accountable. Others express concern for the traumatic impact it may have on the people most affected by the incident.
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