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The Courier
17 hours ago
- General
- The Courier
Speeding driver lost control of car in Fife before head-on crash
A speeding driver lost control of his car at a bend in Fife and crashed head-on with another vehicle, badly injuring others. Jamie McAndrew's white Seat Ibiza collided with an Audi on Kingseat Road, Dunfermline, after he crossed into the opposing carriageway The front seat passenger in his own car and the female passenger in the Audi suffered broken bones. He was also injured in the October 26 2022 crash. McAndrew, of Kirkcaldy, appeared at the town's sheriff court to plead guilty to causing serious injury by careless driving, reduced from an original charge of dangerous driving. The court heard it was around 6.30pm and the road was wet, though the weather was fine, with good visibility. Prosecutor Sarah Smith said the married couple in the Audi approached a right-hand uphill bend at 40mph and saw headlights coming in the opposite direction. McAndrew was approaching the bend at excessive speed and failed to negotiate it and 'lost control and collided head-on' with the other car, the fiscal said. All airbags were deployed and there was extensive damage to both vehicles. Emergency services were contacted and the couple from the Audi were taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. McAndrew's passenger, who had to be freed from the wreckage, needed two surgeries to fix a hip fracture and was in hospital for about two weeks and has found it difficult to work since as a joiner. The female passenger in the Audi suffered bruising to her lower abdomen, a fractured sternum, soft tissue injuries to her right ankle and had surgery on her right knee. The Audi driver was found to have a grazed left hip. McAndrew's injuries included a dislocated thigh bone and broken left lower leg. Defence lawyer Martin McGuire said McAndrew, 24, is in full-time employment. Sheriff Krista Johnston deferred sentencing until July 7 to obtain background reports and his bail was continued. McAndrew was disqualified from driving meantime. The length of the ban will be decided at the next hearing, which will take place at Dunfermline Sheriff Court.
Sunday World
28-05-2025
- Sunday World
Dublin driver who bought fake insurance was ‘victim of own stupidity'
A judge said Jack O'Reilly (24) was naive to believe the car seller A young driver was a 'victim of his own stupidity' when he bought a fraudulent insurance certificate with a second-hand car after answering an online ad, a court heard. A judge said Jack O'Reilly (24) was naive to believe the car seller, who claimed to be an insurance broker and posted him the fake policy. Fining him €600 and banning him from driving for three months, Judge John O'Leary said there was a 'nefarious element' to the offence. O'Reilly, of Le Fanu Road, Ballyfermot, pleaded guilty to uninsured driving. Fraud charges were dropped. Garda Gráinne Coleman told Dublin District Court that O'Reilly went to the Bridewell station on June 9 last year and produced an insurance certificate for a Seat Ibiza which was parked outside. The car was not registered to him, the insurance cert was fraudulent, the NCT code did not match the test centre and the chassis number did not match the plates, which were false. O'Reilly bought the car for €3,800 after answering an ad on Done Deal, his barrister said. It came with NCT and tax, and the seller told him he was also an insurance broker and could arrange that too. Jack O'Reilly. Photo by Paddy Cummins News in 90 Seconds - May 28th 'I appreciate that might be a little bit hard to believe. He knew nothing about the fact that the documents were fraudulent,' the barrister said. 'It wasn't a case of him wilfully driving without insurance. He was a victim of his own stupidity.' His defence accepted it was reckless and O'Reilly 'should have known better'.
North Wales Live
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Popular motorcyclist lost leg after crash on Anglesey
A popular motorcyclist is recovering after losing part of his leg following a crash. Chris Newman's family have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and affection for the 53-year-old. He was in a collision between his Honda motorbike and a Seat Ibiza car near Trearddur Bay on Anglesey at 9.30pm on May 1. It is understood an investigation is ongoing about the incident in Lon Isallt. Mr Newman suffered 15 major injuries and was airlifted to the Royal Stoke University Hospital. He had to have part of his right leg amputated but his family said medics are keeping his spirits up. Get the best island stories from our Anglesey newsletter - sent every Friday Relatives have set up a Gofundme appeal to help fund Chris's rehabilitation which quickly smashed through its £5,000 target. It currently stands at £6,915. Son Michael, 28, told North Wales Live that a campsite worker heard the collision, came rushing out and contacted the relevant people. Michael, who is an architectural assistant in Leeds, found out about the accident the following morning from his family. "It was a bit scary trying to find out what had happened." He said unfortunately the injuries meant part of his dad's right leg was "irrecoverable". While in hospital in Stoke he is being well cared for by staff. "Nurses come to check on him every 15 to 20 minutes, keeping him perked up. He's very much a bubbly person so he likes that." "We had £5,000 yesterday which was insane (and now it's over £6,000). It's brilliant." He said his parents used to run a shop in Trearddur Bay and helped other people. "They would deliver milk to care homes free of charge," said Michael. Later Chris was a gas engineer and would go out of his way to help people. Now it seems that goodwill is being reciprocated. Michael said: "So many people have contributed to the appeal to support him. It's really nice. He said he finds it a bit overwhelming." The donations are expected to go towards Chris's rehabilitation costs. He lives in a static caravan in the Trearddur Bay area which may be adapted for his needs and a prosthetic limb may be an option. As for Michael, he is due to marry his fiancee Marged Enlli Huws in June and is desperately hoping his dad will be well enough to attend the ceremony. On their on Gofundme page called "Chris's amputation recovery", Michael wrote: "He suffered 15 major injures from the collision which left him going through weeks of operations within the ICU of Stoke hospital. Despite the doctors best efforts he unfortunately had to have a leg amputation. "These injuries will not only affect his day to day life but also affect his ability to work. Many of you will know my dad from Trearddur Bay, where he's been a familiar and friendly face for years. "As a dedicated gas engineer, he's always been someone people could rely on - whether it was fixing a boiler in the middle of winter or lending a helping hand in the community. "He's poured his heart and soul into supporting others, and now we're hoping others will do the same for him. Unfortunately, doctors have confirmed that he will no longer be able to return to work. "This has put a significant financial strain on him and our family. We are raising £5,000 to help ease the immediate financial pressure - covering essential living costs, amend his living arrangements to accommodate his disability, therapy, and travel expenses for hospital visits. "Any amount, no matter how little, would mean the world to us. If you're unable to donate, sharing this page would be just as appreciated. We're grateful for the love and kindness shown to him already, and we know he'll be deeply touched by the support of the community he's been proud to serve." Join the North Wales Live Whatsapp community now * North Wales Police said the 23-year-old driver of the Seat was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. He has since been released under investigation. PC Mark Walker, of the Roads Crime Unit, said: 'I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage to contact us as soon as possible,' and to quote reference number 25000361933. * The Gofundme page is called Chris's amputation recovery and the address is here.
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Wales Online
Biker left with life-changing injuries in crash as driver arrested
Biker left with life-changing injuries in crash as driver arrested The collision took place on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay just after 9.30pm Thursday, May 1, and details have only now been released as North Wales Police appeal for witnesses Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay (Image: Google Street View ) A motorcycle rider has been left with critical injuries after a crash on Anglesey occurred late on Thursday evening, 1 May, just past half-past nine. North Wales Police are presently seeking witnesses after the accident on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay. The collision involved a Honda motorbike and a Seat Ibiza hatchback. The injured motorcyclist is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Stoke with significant life-altering injuries from the incident. The Seat driver, aged 23, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice At the scene, the young man tested positively for cocaine use. He was then arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. Following his arrest, he has been released but remains under investigation. PC Mark Walker from the Roads Policing Unit called out to the public. He said: "I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage to contact us as soon as possible.", reports North Wales Live. Article continues below For those able to provide any information, you can reach out to officers at the Roads Policing Unit via their web portal, or by dialling 101, with the reference number 25000361933.
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Wales Online
Biker suffers life-changing injuries in Anglesey crash as driver arrested
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A motorcyclist has suffered life-changing injuries following a crash on Anglesey. The collision took place on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay just after 9.30pm Thursday, May 1. Details of the crash have only now been released as North Wales Police appeal for witnesses to come forward. The force said the crash involved a Honda motorcycle and a Seat Ibiza. The motorcyclist was taken to hospital in Stoke where he remains with life-changing injuries. The driver of the Seat car - a 23-year-old man - was was arrested on suspicion of drug driving. Join the North Wales Live WhatsApp community group where you can get the latest stories delivered straight to your phone Police said he gave a positive reading for cocaine at the roadside. He was also arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. He has since been released under investigation. PC Mark Walker, of the Roads Crime Unit, said: 'I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage to contact us as soon as possible.' Anyone with information that could assist with the ongoing investigation is asked to contact officers at the Roads Crime Unit via the website, or by calling 101, quoting reference number 25000361933. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox
