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AUTHORITIES HAVE UPDATED THE INJURY TOLL TO 109, WITH FOUR PEOPLE STILL RECEIVING HOSPITAL TREATMENT FOR THEIR INJURIES, IT WAS REVEALED ON MONDAY 15:31, 02 Jun 2025 Merseyside Police have
reported that at least 109 individuals were injured in the aftermath of a crash during the Liverpool FC Premier League title parade. The latest update from police revealed that a
nine-year-old was among the youngest victims of the incident in Water Street. A pram carrying a baby boy was also sent several metres down the street when it was struck, but the child was
not hurt. The incident occurred on Water Street in the heart of Liverpool shortly after 6pm on Monday, May 26, when a vehicle ploughed into a crowd of pedestrians. Authorities have updated
the injury toll to 109, with four people still receiving hospital treatment for their injuries, it was revealed on Monday. The police force has enlisted specialist officers to provide
support to those affected and their families, and they are being aided by mutual aid officers from Greater Manchester, Cumbria, Lancashire, North Wales, and Cheshire. Detective
Superintendent Rachel Wilson has issued an appeal for witnesses and anyone with information to step forward. On Monday, she said: "This is a complex and constantly evolving
investigation and we are still working through and assessing those reporting being injured and our enquiries remain ongoing." She expressed gratitude towards the public for their
contributions, adding: "I would like to thank everyone who has been in touch with us so far to give witness accounts or supply information or video footage. Article continues below
"The response so far has been of great assistance in progressing the investigation. We have had more than 500 submissions to the Major Incident Police Portal (MIPP) and a team of
detectives are currently working through the information provided. "I would continue to appeal for anyone who has information and is yet to come forward to please get in touch as a
matter of urgency." Paul Doyle, 53, from Burghill Road, West Derby, faces multiple charges including two counts of unlawful and malicious wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily
harm; two counts of causing unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent to do so; and two counts of attempted unlawful and malicious grievous bodily harm with intent, all under
Section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. He's also been charged with one count of dangerous driving. He made an appearance at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday, May 30,
where he was remanded in custody until his next court date on August 14. The dad is set to face a trial beginning November 24 this year, provisionally lasting for three to four weeks.
Detective Superintendent Wilson said: "As a person has now been charged in connection with this incident, I would like to remind people not to speculate or share information or footage
which could in any way jeopardise the case. "We understand that emotions are still running high, and people are seeking answers, but it is vital that we allow the matter to go through
the judicial process." A fundraising campaign for those affected has seen donations exceed £50,000. The 'Liverpool Spirit Appeal' has been initiated by the Community
Foundation for Merseyside in collaboration with Liverpool City Council and the Liverpool Charity and Voluntary Services (LCVS). Article continues below