Driver admits careless driving after A478 crash at Narberth
Rodney Kendrick, of St David's Road in Letterston, appeared in court accused of driving without due care and attention.
Kendrick was driving on the A478 Providence Hill in Narberth on January 5.
As a Citroen Berlingo was coming in the opposite direction – towards Narberth – Kendrick's vehicle crossed over the central white line and into the path of the Citroen.
The crash was captured on dashcam footage.
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The driver of the Citroen sustained whiplash-type injuries to their neck, as well as sprains and strains, bruising and shock.
Damage was caused to the front offside, front, and offside bodywork of Citroen, whilst Kendrick's vehicle sustained damage to the front offside.
Kendrick pleaded guilty to careless driving at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 30.
He was fined £80, and must pay £110 in costs and a £32 surcharge. He also had five points added to his licence.
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