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Elderly pedestrian crushed due to truck driver's inattention, prosecution say
Summary
In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, Oleksandr Hrudovyy, a 47‑year‑old professional truck driver, pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of William Carrick, an 80‑year‑old pedestrian. The incident occurred on 22 May 2015 when Hrudovyy stopped his 16.9‑metre truck in heavy traffic at a green light on Swords Road, Cloghran, and then moved forward, crushing Carrick who had just left a pub and was crossing the road. Carrick died from multiple fractures and blood loss. The prosecution alleged Hrudovyy was inattentive, failed to check mirrors, and did not perform required checks before moving the vehicle. Dashcam footage showed Carrick crossing in front of the truck, while Hrudovyy claimed he did not see him. Defence argued the evidence did not meet the Supreme Court's definition of dangerous driving and that the stop was merely inconsiderate. The jury was instructed to remain impartial and consider the facts presented.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Elderly pedestrian crushed due to truck driver's inattention, prosecution say. Charges or matters: dangerous driving causing the death of William Carrick at Swords Road, Cloghran, Dublin on May 22, 2015. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- May 22, 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2019-10-21 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: dangerous driving causing the death of William Carrick at Swords Road, Cloghran, Dublin on May 22, 2015 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Supreme Court
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