The alleged driver of a car who plowed into crowds during a victory parade in Liverpool is to stand trial charged with assault and grievous bodily harm to six victims.
Paul Doyle, 53, is charged with seven offences following the incident on Water Street in the city centre on Monday that left 79 people injured.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said on Thursday he had been charged with two counts of causing actual bodily harm with intent, two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, two counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent and one count of dangerous driving.
The child also faces charges of causing bodily harm and a charge of attempted grievous bodily harm.
Doyle, of West Derby, Liverpool, is due to appear at Liverpool Magistrates' Court on Friday.
Police confirmed that the ages of those injured in the incident ranged from nine to 78, and all 79 people were British citizens.
The Crown Prosecution Service said the charges would be “reviewed as the investigation continues”.
In a statement released to media on Thursday, Chief Prosecutor Sarah Hammond of the Mersey and Cheshire Crown Court Service said: “The investigation is at an early stage.
“Prosecutors and police continue to work hard to analyse the vast amount of evidence.
“This includes a lot of video footage and witness statements.
“It is important to ensure that every victim receives the justice they deserve.”
At a press conference, Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims added: “I fully understand how this incident has shocked and upset us all and I know many may still have concerns and questions.
“Our detectives are working tirelessly, diligently and professionally to find answers to all these questions.
“We will provide additional information when we have the opportunity.”
Ms Sims said seven people remained in hospital.
Police had previously said they believed the car that struck the pedestrians may have been following an ambulance crew that was treating a man suffering a heart attack after the road closure was temporarily lifted.
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