Paul Doyle displayed deep distress in court, shedding tears as distressing footage of his violent actions was shown to his victims. Witnesses observed him hanging his head in shame, wiping his eyes as CCTV and dashcam recordings of the havoc he caused were played. The courtroom was filled with the victims and their families eagerly awaiting his accountability. The overwhelming number of injured individuals present led to the opening of an overflow courtroom for their viewing.
Gasps and tears filled the room as the shocking videos unfolded. Doyle, with slicked-back greying hair, broke down in tears and occasionally shook his head while watching disturbing scenes of innocent bystanders being struck by his car. Footage revealed horrifying images of people trapped under his vehicle, including teenagers and a young boy rescued from beneath the car’s engine.
Despite being well-dressed in a suit, Doyle struggled to compose himself each time he appeared in court. He could barely confirm his name without tears, prompting sympathy from onlookers. The prosecution emphasized the severity of the video evidence, describing it as “truly shocking,” leaving families in the courtroom visibly shaken.
Details emerged of Doyle’s false statements to the police, claiming self-defense and fear for his life during the incident. However, the court debunked his account with evidence from his own dashcam, labeling it as misleading. Victim impact statements were read out, showcasing the mental and physical trauma suffered by many of the 134 injured individuals.
As Doyle sat motionless, surrounded by prison officers, the court heard emotional testimonies of the lasting impact on the victims, spanning various age groups. Doyle admitted to 31 charges, including causing grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving. His sentencing is scheduled to conclude the following day.