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'How many have to die before driver behaviour changes?' asks grieving husband

Summary

The husband of Ann Watters, who died after being hit by a delivery van, has called for changes in driver behavior, asking, "How many more people have to die before driver behavior changes?" David McCann, the delivery driver, pleaded guilty to careless driving causing the death of Ann Watters. CCTV footage showed that McCann was not looking where he was going when he made a right turn, leading to the collision. McCann, who had a history of road traffic offenses, expressed deep remorse for the incident. Ann's husband, Gary Watters, described the devastating impact of her death on their family and highlighted the need for improved road safety. The court adjourned the sentencing to next Monday, with McCann remanded on continuing bail.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: 'How many have to die before driver behaviour changes?' asks grieving husband. Charges or matters: careless driving causing the death of Ann Watters (née McGlynn) in Ringsend, Dublin 4 on April 20, 2024. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• April 20, 2024 Incident
• 2003 and 2002 Other
• 2000 and 2016 Other
• 2026-01-19 Publication

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Road Traffic Stage Sentence

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