David Duckenfield , 1989 , was in charge of the stadium on the day of disaster . Former police chief admitted calling for police dogs instead of ambulances . He confessed that he made 'mistakes ' and lied in aftermath of disaster . But he denied his mindset was focused on hooliganism rather than safety . He made comments at inquest into deaths of 96 Liverpool fans in 70 .
David Duckenfield , 70 , was in charge of the stadium on the day of disaster . Former police chief admitted calling for police dogs instead of ambulances . He confessed that he made 'mistakes ' and lied in aftermath of disaster . But he denied his mindset was focused on hooliganism rather than safety . He made comments at inquest into deaths of 96 Liverpool fans in 1989 .