70mph police chase ends in golf course death of mum
A cowboy roofer led police on a 70mph chase through Birmingham before killing a mum-of-three on a golf course. John McDonald admitted causing death by dangerous driving. Read the full court report.
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Driver admits killing woman in police chase on golf course
John McDonald, 52, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Suzanne Cherry, 62, by dangerous driving during a police pursuit in Birmingham. The sentencing hearing continues.
Driver cleared as electric car 'moved by itself', killing girl
A driver has been found not guilty after his Volkswagen ID.4 suddenly accelerated, killing a five-year-old girl. The case raises questions about electric vehicle software safety. Read the full story.
Four dead, including three teens, in Bolton collision
Three teenagers and a taxi driver died in a devastating head-on crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
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Three Teens and Taxi Driver Die in Bolton Collision
A devastating head-on crash in Bolton has claimed four lives, including three teenagers. Police name the victims as the community reels. Read the latest updates.
Four dead in Bolton car and taxi crash
Four people, including three teenagers, have died in a crash between a car and a taxi on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police urge witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
Four dead in Bolton car and taxi collision
Three teenagers and a man in his 50s killed in a devastating early-hours crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Debate: Should UK speed cameras be hidden?
A new road safety debate questions if visible speed cameras undermine limits. As consultations open, drivers and campaigners clash over the best path to safer streets.
Four dead in Bolton crash between taxi and car
Four people have died and five are injured after a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso collided on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police urge witnesses with dashcam footage to come forward.
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Four dead in Bolton car crash on Wigan Road
Four people have died and five are injured after a collision between a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso in Bolton. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
First photo of teen killed in Kent river crash
The first image of 16-year-old Chloe Naylor, who died when a car veered into a freezing Kent river, has been released. A fundraiser for her funeral has been set up. Read the full story.
Dartford Crossing Scam Sites Trap Drivers with Fake Fines
Motorists using the Dartford Crossing are being warned about fraudulent websites mimicking the official Dart Charge service to issue fake penalty notices. Learn how to spot the scams and protect yourself.
New Map Shows England's Pothole Hotspots and Best Councils
A new government map rates 154 local councils on pothole repairs. See if your area is red, amber, or green and learn about the £7.3bn funding plan.
New DfT map reveals England's pothole problem areas
A new government traffic light tool rates local road conditions. See which areas are failing and how a £590 average repair bill hits drivers. Get the full story.
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Serious head injury in South Croydon car crash
A 41-year-old man is in hospital with a serious head injury after being hit by a car on Brighton Road, South Croydon. Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage.
Driver who orphaned toddler spared jail after fatal crash
A 27-year-old woman who killed a couple in a head-on collision while rushing to a beauty salon has been given a suspended sentence. Their two-year-old son is now orphaned.
TikToker jailed for 9 years over fatal crash videos
Leigh Sutherland, 31, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting grandmother Margaret Allan, 77, and posting abusive content online. Read the full court report.
TikToker jailed for killing grandmother in car crash
Leigh Sutherland sentenced to nine years for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring brake warnings. Read the full court details and police statement.
PC Matthew Pike trial: 93mph in fatal Bristol police chase
PC Matthew Pike is on trial for causing death by dangerous driving after a high-speed pursuit in Bristol reached 93mph, leading to a fatal crash. The trial continues.
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TikToker jailed for killing grandmother in faulty brake crash
Leigh Sutherland sentenced to nine years for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring warnings about his car's faulty brakes. Read the full story.
11-year-old girl dies after Tooting Bec Road collision
An 11-year-old girl has died three weeks after being hit by a car in Streatham. Police appeal for witnesses as a 54-year-old man is bailed.
Woman jailed for fatal 85mph crash killing three friends
Jorja Colville sentenced to 3 years 10 months for causing deaths of three young men in high-speed Falkirk collision. Read the full court details and police statement.
Court: Electric car that killed boy did not move on its own
A five-year-old boy was killed in a tragic incident near London Bridge. The court heard the Volkswagen ID.4 was in perfect working order. Read the full details from the Old Bailey trial.
Crash expert dismisses driver's claim EV moved on its own
A crash investigator has dismissed a driver's claim his electric Volkswagen accelerated by itself before killing a five-year-old boy, citing 'pedal misapplication'. Read the full trial details.
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Court rejects 'car moved itself' claim in boy's death
A crash investigator dismissed a driver's claim his electric car accelerated on its own, killing a 5-year-old in Borough. The Old Bailey trial continues.
Mum and baby hit by van in Surrey fail-to-stop crash
A young mother and her baby were hospitalised after a white van struck them on a Surrey road and fled. Surrey Police are urgently seeking witnesses and dashcam footage from the January 6 incident.
Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
Schoolchildren hurt in icy Reading coach crash
Nine children were among 19 injured after a school coach and bus collided on an icy slip road near Reading. Two were hospitalised as emergency services dealt with the aftermath.
Pedestrian dies after collision with police car in Southwark
A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by a marked Met Police vehicle on an emergency call. The IOPC has launched an independent investigation.
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Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
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