Andrew Flintoff's Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios
Summary
Paul Rees, a racing driver who was a passenger with presenter Andrew Flintoff during a crash on the TV show Top Gear in 2022, is suing BBC Studios for personal injury compensation. BBC Studios denies negligence and claims Rees's driving instructions caused the accident.Key Facts
- The crash happened while filming Top Gear at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome on 13 December 2022.
- Paul Rees was in the passenger seat and was giving Flintoff expert driving advice.
- Flintoff suffered serious facial and rib injuries and needed extensive surgery.
- Rees is seeking up to £150,000 in compensation for his own injuries.
- BBC Studios says Rees did not report any injuries before or after the crash.
- BBC Studios claims the accident was caused by Rees's “faulty instructions” to Flintoff.
- Flintoff settled a compensation claim with the BBC in 2023 and has spoken about the trauma of the crash.
- BBC Studios is defending itself in court and has not commented further due to legal reasons.
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