Summary
A speeding driver hit and killed Claire Corkery's parents, Sue and Tom, who were walking on a country road. The driver, Scott Gunn, was found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving and sentenced to 16 years in jail. Speeding is noted as the most common cause of fatal road accidents in Great Britain.
Key Facts
- Claire Corkery's parents were killed by a speeding driver while walking on a country road.
- The driver, Scott Gunn, was driving at 87 mph before the crash.
- Gunn was found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving and received a 16-year prison sentence.
- Official data shows speeding is the most common factor in fatal road accidents in Great Britain.
- In 2024, 60% of road deaths happened in rural areas, though these areas have less traffic compared to urban regions.
- Road safety charity I AM Roadsmart highlighted the need for better rural road safety and an updated road safety strategy.
- There were 1,600 road fatalities in England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, a slight decrease from the previous year.
- A representative from the road safety charity believes there has been little improvement in reducing serious road incidents over the past decade.
