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Motorcyclist jailed for causing serious injuries to pedestrian while hitting 130km/h in 50km/h zone
Summary
James Doyle, 36, of Walkinstown, was sentenced to three and a half years' imprisonment by Judge Martin Nolan at the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court for dangerous driving that caused serious bodily harm to Emily Doyle. On 23 April 2020, Doyle was riding a motorbike at up to 130 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Cromwellsfort Road when he struck Emily Doyle, who was crossing the road. At impact he was travelling about 80–90 km/h, having reduced speed to 110 km/h after braking. Doyle's high speed was deemed intentional and reckless. Emily suffered fractures to both legs, a spinal fracture and a dislocated shoulder, spent three months in hospital and continues to endure pain, scarring and reduced mobility. Doyle pleaded guilty, showed remorse, and had a history of 47 convictions, but the judge noted his cooperation and good work history in determining the sentence.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Motorcyclist jailed for causing serious injuries to pedestrian while hitting 130km/h in 50km/h zone. Charges or matters: dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm to Emily Doyle on Cromwellsfort Road, also in Walkinstown, on April 23, 2020. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- April 23, 2020 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2023-03-28 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm to Emily Doyle on Cromwellsfort Road, also in Walkinstown, on April 23, 2020 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Nolan took into account Doyle's co-operation with the investigation, his remorse and good work history before he jailed him for three and a half years. "He should have known better.
Places mentioned
- Thomas Road
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Cromwellsfort Road
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