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Court sees shocking dashcam footage of parade tragedy
17 Dec
Summary
- Dashcam footage showed Doyle driving dangerously into parade crowds.
- 134 people were injured, with over 70 sharing impact statements.
- An ex-soldier was praised for bravely stopping Doyle's car.
Dashcam footage from Paul Doyle's vehicle played in court depicted the horrific events of a victory parade tragedy. The 140-second clip showed Doyle driving dangerously, swerving into crowds and hitting individuals of all ages. Screams of panic were heard as people were struck, with some thrown by the car's impact. A 10-year-old girl and a pram carrying a five-month-old baby were among those hit.
The court witnessed the devastating consequences of Doyle's actions, with 134 people injured. Over 70 victims submitted impact statements detailing lasting psychological trauma, including nightmares and panic attacks. Some victims had prior traumatic experiences, such as fleeing war or surviving terrorist attacks. Doyle, facing overwhelming evidence, pleaded guilty to 31 charges.
During the sentencing, Judge Andrew Menary KC commended ex-soldier Daniel Barr for his "outstandingly brave" actions in stopping Doyle's car by shifting it into park. Doyle was sentenced, bringing a sense of justice to the victims, though the memories of the May 26, 2025 incident will endure.
