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Ex-Marine who drove into Liverpool fans 'may have suffered catathymic crisis'
- Ex-Royal Marine Paul Doyle admitted driving dangerously into crowds in Liverpool during the parade, injuring 134 people.
- Criminologist David Wilson suggested the act could reflect a catathymic crisis, a sudden eruption of repressed feelings.
- The driver, 54-year-old Paul Doyle, pleaded guilty to injuring 17 adults and 12 children during the incident.
- Doyle’s background includes Royal Marines service, a psychology and maths degree, and work in IT and cybersecurity.
- Prosecutors cited dashcam footage showing anger and intent to cause serious harm.
- Doyle’s sentencing was scheduled for Monday at Liverpool Crown Court.
- Criminologist Wilson rejected the idea that Doyle’s domestic life fit a stereotype of violent behavior.
- Doyle’s family role as a Scout leader and church member was noted by the criminologist.
- The incident occurred in Liverpool city centre during the parade on May 26 this year.
- The case involved charges including dangerous driving and affray tied to the crowd incident.
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