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BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Man charged over Birmingham crash that killed four year-old
A man has been charged over a crash that killed a four-year old girl in Yahia died after being hit by a car on 14 April on Upper Highgate Street, police Tavener, 23, was charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death while driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless Tavener, of no fixed address, appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday and was remanded in custody to appear at the city's crown court on 30 July, West Midlands Police said. After her death, Mayar's father Babiker said she was an "extraordinary young girl", "full of life and joy.""Her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in our lives," he others were hurt in the crash. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Man, 23, is charged over crash that killed a four-year-old girl and injured three others
A man has been charged after a four-year-old girl was killed in a fatal car crash. Mayar Yahia died after being hit by a silver Vauxhall Corsa in April 2024 in Birmingham on Upper Highgate Street at around 9.45pm. Three other people suffered injuries which were not serious. Javonnie Tavener, 23, has been charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death whilst driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving. The young man appeared at Birmingham Magistrates Court on Wednesday and has been remanded in custody to appear at the city's Crown Court on July 30. At the time of Mayar's tragic death, her heartbroken father spoke out in a statement released via West Midlands Police. He said: 'It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we share the devastating loss of our cherished daughter, Mayar. 'She was an extraordinary young girl, only four-years-old, full of life and joy, and her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in our lives. 'Among all, she held a special place in my heart. 'Words fail to capture the depth of our grief and the magnitude of this loss. 'However, we find solace and strength in the unwavering support and compassion shown by the police officers, our community, family, and friends. 'We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who have stood by our side, offering your love, prayers, and support during this incredibly difficult time.'
The Independent
7 days ago
- The Independent
Man charged a year after four-year-old girl dies in Birmingham crash
A man has been charged with causing death by careless driving after a four-year-old girl died in a crash in Birmingham. Mayar Yahia died after being hit by a car in Upper Highgate Street on April 14 last year, West Midlands Police said. Three other people suffered injuries which were not serious. Javonnie Tavener, 23, has been charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death whilst driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving, police said. Tavener appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday and was remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on July 30, the force said. In a tribute released through West Midlands Police last year, Mayar's father Babiker said she was 'an extraordinary young girl'.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Man charged a year after four-year-old girl dies in Birmingham crash
A man has been charged with causing death by careless driving after a four-year-old girl died in a crash in Birmingham. Mayar Yahia died after being hit by a car in Upper Highgate Street on April 14 last year, West Midlands Police said. Three other people suffered injuries which were not serious. Javonnie Tavener, 23, has been charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death whilst driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving, police said. Tavener appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday and was remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on July 30, the force said. In a tribute released through West Midlands Police last year, Mayar's father Babiker said she was 'an extraordinary young girl'.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Man charged over tragic death of little girl, 4, killed in crash that left 3 others injured
The culprit will be read out his sentence later this month CRASH CHARGE Man charged over tragic death of little girl, 4, killed in crash that left 3 others injured A MAN has been charged over the tragic death of a four-year-old girl following a fatal collision last year. Mayar Yahia tragically died after being hit by a silver Vauxhall Corsa in April 2024 in Birmingham's Highgate at around 9.45pm. Advertisement Javonnie Tavener, 23, has been charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death whilst driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving following the horror crash. Tavener appeared at Birmingham Magistrates Court on July 2 where he was remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on July 30. Three other people suffered injuries which were not serious.
