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Western Telegraph
5 days ago
- Western Telegraph
Careless driver seriously injured man in Haverfordwest crash
James Puttock, 50, of Chestnut Way in Milford Haven, appeared at Swansea Crown Court charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving. It was alleged that Puttock was driving a Suzuki Splash dangerously on the A4076 Dredgeman Hill at the junction with the Old Hakin Road on December 20, 2022, when he crashed and caused another man serious injuries. For the latest crime and court news for west Wales, you can join our Facebook group here. Puttock denied the offence, but pleaded guilty to an alternative charge of causing serious injuries by careless or inconsiderate driving. Georgia Donohue, appearing for the prosecution, said this plea was acceptable and a trial would not be sought on the dangerous driving charge. Judge Paul Thomas KC adjourned the case for a pre-sentence report to be prepared. 'It will not be an immediate prison sentence,' he told the defendant. Puttock was re-admitted to bail, and will return to be sentenced on July 2. He was handed an interim disqualification after his guilty plea, with the length of his full driving ban to be confirmed at his sentencing hearing.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
'Careless' driver seriously injured man in crash at Haverfordwest junction
A 'CARELESS' driver has admitted seriously injuring another man in a crash at a junction in Haverfordwest. James Puttock, 50, of Chestnut Way in Milford Haven, appeared at Swansea Crown Court charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving. It was alleged that Puttock was driving a Suzuki Splash dangerously on the A4076 Dredgeman Hill at the junction with the Old Hakin Road on December 20, 2022, when he crashed and caused another man serious injuries. Puttock denied the offence, but pleaded guilty to an alternative charge of causing serious injuries by careless or inconsiderate driving. Georgia Donohue, appearing for the prosecution, said this plea was acceptable and a trial would not be sought on the dangerous driving charge. Judge Paul Thomas KC adjourned the case for a pre-sentence report to be prepared. 'It will not be an immediate prison sentence,' he told the defendant. Puttock was re-admitted to bail, and will return to be sentenced on July 2. He was handed an interim disqualification after his guilty plea, with the length of his full driving ban to be confirmed at his sentencing hearing.
Western Telegraph
01-05-2025
- Western Telegraph
Crash near Haverfordwest leaves man with serious injuries
James Puttock, 50, of Chestnut Way in Milford Haven, has been charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving. It was alleged that Puttock was driving a Suzuki Splash dangerously at Dredgeman Hill on December 20, 2022, and seriously injured a man in a crash. For the latest crime and court news for west Wales, you can join our Facebook group here. The case came before Haverfordwest Magistrates' Court on April 29. Puttock was granted bail, and will appear at Swansea Crown Court on May 30 to enter his plea.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Woman dies after car crashes into ditch
A woman has died after she suffering serious injuries in a crash last week. Emergency services were called at 3.37pm on March 27 to Meadow Lane in Lathom, near Ormskirk, to a report of a crash. Lancashire Police officers arrive to find a Suzuki Splash car had left the road and crashed into a ditch at the side of the road. The driver of the car, a woman in her 80s, was rushed to hospital with serious injuries. READ MORE: They said they'd been shopping in New York then officers opened their suitcases READ MORE: Teen rugby player has arm 'ripped from body' in life-changing tackle Police have now confirmed the woman has died. Officers are appealing for dashcam footage as enquiries continue into the circumstances surrounding which led to the crash. Sgt Anthony Beckett, of our Roads Policing Team, said: 'My thoughts first and foremost are with the driver's loved ones at this extremely difficult time. They are being supported by specially trained officers. 'This collision happened in a rural location, and we are trying to find out why the car left the carriageway and when it happened. 'If you witnessed what happened or have dashcam footage from the area, we ask you to contact police.' Please contact 101, quoting log 0884 of 27th March 2025. For the latest news and breaking news visit Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. Join the Liverpool ECHO Breaking News and Top Stories WhatsApp community to receive the latest news straight to your phone by clicking here. Don't miss the biggest and breaking stories by signing up to the Echo Daily newsletter here Try the Liverpool Echo Premium app and get the first month free
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Elderly driver dies after car veers into ditch
A woman in her 80s has died after her car veered off a rural road and landed in a ditch, police have said. Lancashire Police said it received a call about a road traffic collision on Meadow Lane in Lathom, near Ormskirk, at about 15:35 GMT on 27 March. Officers found a Suzuki Splash lying in a ditch. The seriously injured driver was taken to hospital where she later died. Sgt Anthony Beckett, of Lancashire Police's roads policing team, said: "My thoughts first and foremost are with the driver's loved ones at this extremely difficult time. "They are being supported by specially trained officers. "This collision happened in a rural location, and we are trying to find out why the car left the carriageway, and when it happened. "If you witnessed what happened or have dashcam footage from the area, we ask you to contact police." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Lancashire Constabulary
