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Paul Doyle appeared before Liverpool Magistrates' Court on Friday morning, following charges related to the incident that occurred during Monday's title celebrations in Liverpool city centre.

An astonishing 79 pedestrians, including four children as young as nine and an elderly individual aged 78, were injured after being hit by a Ford Galaxy on Water Street just after 6pm, with 50 needing hospital care.



Doyle sat in the dock with his head down for much of his hearing

At a press briefing at Merseyside Police's HQ, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims shared: "As always, our thoughts remain with all those injured and affected by the appalling incident that took place during the Liverpool Football Club parade on Monday.

"I fully understand how this incident has left us all shocked and saddened, and I know many will continue to have concerns and questions.

"Our detectives are working tirelessly, with diligence and professionalism, to seek the answers to all those questions.

Police and emergency services on Water Street following the incident in the wake of the Liverpool FC title-winning parade.

Now that Paul Doyle has been charged, we ask that the judicial process be allowed to continue without any speculation online or elsewhere that could impede the pursuit of justice for all those affected.

"A total of 79 people who were injured continue to be in contact with our officers and staff, and seven people remain in hospital, receiving the expert care of our NHS colleagues.

Emergency services on Water Street in Liverpool city centre after the incident