David Byrne convicted of dangerous driving causing death

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David Byrne was convicted of dangerous driving causing death at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, as reported on 13 March 2018. The offence occurred on Collins Avenue East, Killester, Dublin, on 16 October 2015.

The jury also found Byrne guilty of dishonestly inducing the National Driving Licence Service to issue a driving licence and making a false or misleading insurance statement. Judge Patricia Ryan continued his bail, adjourned sentencing to 4 May and ordered a victim impact report.

The trial concerned the death of Patricia Dunne, who was struck by Byrne’s car while crossing the road. Evidence included that he had Usher Syndrome Type 2 and had been advised not to drive, while a collision expert estimated his speed at 49km/h.