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Paul Doyle

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Paul Doyle, 54, ex-Royal Marine, jailed 21 years for driving into Liverpool FC parade, injuring 130+.

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Paul Doyle, a 54-year-old British man and former Royal Marine, is currently newsworthy due to his sentencing for deliberately driving his car into a crowd of Liverpool football fans celebrating their Premier League title victory in May. The incident occurred during a victory parade in Liverpool, and Doyle's actions resulted in injuries to over 130 people. Recently, Doyle was sentenced to 21 and a half years in prison at Liverpool Crown Court. Judge Menary described the act as a "truly shocking" event that caused "horror and devastation on a scale not readily understood." The sentencing has brought closure to victims and their families, some of whom were present in court. The case highlights the severity of intentional acts of violence and the devastating impact they can have on communities.
Last updated: September 23, 2026