All articles tagged with #dangerous driving
Nigerian police charged Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode with causing death by dangerous driving after a crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that injured British boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two of his friends, with the case scheduled for January 20.
Anthony Joshua's driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a fatal crash in Nigeria that killed two people, with the vehicle reportedly speeding and hitting a stationary lorry. Joshua and another passenger survived with minor injuries, while the driver was granted bail and is due in court.
Paul Doyle has been sentenced to 21 years and six months in prison after driving into supporters during Liverpool's Premier League victory parade, injuring over 100 people. Doyle admitted to multiple charges including dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm. Liverpool FC offers various mental health resources for those affected by the incident.
Destini Decoff, the woman involved in an apparent road rage incident in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, has died from her injuries after being run down by another driver. The driver, Ryan Sweatt, is facing charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury and operating to endanger. Surveillance video and witness accounts contradict Sweatt's version of events, leading to his arrest and detention without bail.
A series of sideshows occurred in at least four cities across the Bay Area, resulting in one person being injured with a broken ankle. The sideshows involved dangerous driving maneuvers, with vehicles doing donuts and spins, and even blocking the Bay Bridge for nearly 20 minutes, causing a traffic standstill. The police are investigating the incidents, and it is unclear if the same crowd was involved in all the sideshows.
A male suspect in a stolen vehicle led Bell Police Department officers on a reckless pursuit through West Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles, driving on the wrong side of the road, running red lights, and narrowly avoiding collisions with other vehicles and pedestrians. The pursuit ended when the suspect pulled over near Crypto.com Arena and surrendered to police. The circumstances surrounding the stolen vehicle were not immediately available.
A driver of a suspected stolen vehicle led Los Angeles police and California Highway Patrol on a dangerous pursuit, reaching speeds of nearly 120 miles per hour and repeatedly driving on the wrong side of the road. The pursuit involved dangerous maneuvers, including driving through crowded parking lots and on the wrong side of the road through oncoming traffic. The driver was eventually taken into custody after attempting to flee on foot, while the whereabouts of the passenger remain unknown.
Tens of thousands of Harley-Davidson riders attending the Homecoming Festival in Milwaukee have expressed concerns about dangerous driving behaviors they encountered on their trips. Motorcyclists from various locations reported instances of reckless driving, including racing, cutting off motorcycles, and not checking for their presence on the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises motorcyclists to wear protective gear, increase visibility, ride defensively, and avoid drugs and alcohol. Riders hope for increased awareness and attention from other drivers during the festival.
The Minnesota State Patrol has launched Operation Safe Driver, a campaign aimed at cracking down on dangerous driving behaviors. Troopers stationed on an unmarked bus are targeting speed, distraction, and lack of seat belt use. The campaign specifically focuses on commercial vehicles but will stop any driver breaking the law. The state has seen a significant increase in traffic fatalities this summer, with speeding-related deaths up 44% compared to previous years. The troopers have already stopped over 70 vehicles in the first two days of the enforcement detail.
The bus driver responsible for a crash that killed 10 wedding guests and injured 25 others in Australia's Hunter Valley wine region has been denied bail. Brett Andrew Button was charged with 10 counts of dangerous driving and one count of negligent driving. Police allege that Button was driving too fast in heavy fog when the bus rolled on its side and hit a guard rail. The tragedy has sparked debate about Australia's seatbelt laws and whether there should be national rules.
The bus driver responsible for a crash that killed 10 wedding guests and injured 25 others in Australia's Hunter Valley wine region has been denied bail. Brett Andrew Button was charged with 10 counts of dangerous driving and one count of negligent driving. Police allege that Button was driving too fast in heavy fog when the bus rolled on its side and hit a guard rail. The tragedy has sparked debate about Australia's seatbelt laws and whether there should be national rules.
A man has been charged with dangerous driving after a bus carrying 35 wedding guests crashed, killing at least 10 people and injuring 25 others near the town of Greta, Australia. The driver, a 58-year-old man, has been taken to hospital for mandatory drug testing and refused bail. The cause of the accident is unknown and may not be known for some time, according to NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb. This is Australia's worst bus accident in almost 30 years.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving after a car crashed into the gates outside Downing Street, where the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his family live. No injuries have been reported and police inquiries are ongoing.
A winter storm watch has been issued for the northern third of Lower Michigan, including Traverse City, Cadillac, Grayling, Gaylord, Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Alpena. Heavy, wet snow is expected on Saturday and Saturday evening, with the potential for freezing rain in some areas. The dangerous driving period is from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, and the most treacherous time to drive will be Saturday afternoon and evening. It is advised to wait until Sunday to travel, as temperatures should warm up and any snow on roads will melt.
A Canadian man has been charged with dangerous driving causing death after he allegedly drove into pedestrians chosen at random, including children, in the Quebec province town of Amqui, killing two men and injuring nine people. Authorities believe the incident was a deliberate attack, but have not commented on a possible motive. The accused, Steeve Gagnon, will remain detained until April 5, and more charges are expected to follow. The incident is not believed to be related to terrorism or national security.