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Man arrested after OAP killed by suspected hit & run driver in Bulkington...

Postby dutchman » Thu Mar 03, 2022 11:21 pm

The victim, a woman in her 70s, sadly passed away in hospital

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after an elderly woman died in a collision in Bulkington.

Warwickshire Police has confirmed to CoventryLive that the woman, who is aged in her 70s, sadly passed away in hospital.

As we reported in our newsletter, medics found the woman lying seriously injured on Winterton Road at its junction with New Street last night.

Now Warwickshire Police has confirmed that the OAP, who has yet to be publicly identified, sadly lost her life in hospital just hours after the incident.

It is understood that she was hit by a vehicle.

A 31-year-old man from Bulkington was later arrested in Exhall.

He remains in custody being questioned in relation to being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and leaving the scene of an accident.

Inspector Mick Huntley from the serious collision investigation team said that they are desperate to hear from any witnesses to the 'tragic incident' just after 7pm.

They particularly want to speak to the driver of a red taxi who got out to help at the scene.

“Anyone who was travelling in the area around the time of the incident and has any dashcam footage, we are urging you to come forward," Insp Huntley said.

“We are working to piece together exactly what happened in the time leading up to this tragic incident and any footage may help with our investigation.”

A spokesman said that a postmortem and formal identification of the victim have not yet taken place.

Anyone with any information about the incident should call Warwickshire Police on 101.

Details can also be passed on to officers via the independent charity Crimestoppers, which is free to call from a landline and confidential, on 0800 555 111.

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Postby dutchman » Mon Mar 07, 2022 10:57 pm

Devastated relatives pay tribute to Bulkington gran killed in car crash

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Devastated relatives of a Bulkington gran killed in a car crash said they have 'have lost the heart of our family'.

They have issued an emotional statement in memory of 73-year-old Jenny Chilton from Bulkington.

She lost her life just hours after a collision with a car on Winterton Road in the village on Wednesday night.

A statement released through Warwickshire Police explains how Jenny played such a huge roles in their lives - as well as the wider village.

It reads: “Jenny was loved by everyone who knew her. Her family and friends are devastated and heartbroken by this tragedy. We have lost the heart of our family, a treasured mum and a devoted and energetic grandma.

“Jenny was very much at the centre of village life in Bulkington. She was an active member of numerous community groups. She loved to sing, leading the church choir at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and also as a member of the Bulkington Community Choir.

“Jenny was a talented artist, participating in the Nuneaton and District Society of Artists. She regularly exhibited her work."

She ran the Jack and Jill Nursery in the village - and was known and loved by generations.

“However, she may be best remembered by generations of villagers as ‘Auntie Jenny’ in fond memory of their happy times at Jack and Jill nursery, which she ran for many years," the tribute reads.

“She loved village life in Bulkington. It is heartbreaking to think that this lovely woman, our mum, one who gave so much to others, should have her life taken away like this.”

A 31-year-old man from Bulkington was arrested in connection with her death.

Police have confirmed that he has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Investigating officers are continuing to appeal for any witnesses or those with dashcam footage to come forward.

Anyone with any information about the incident should call Warwickshire Police on 101, quoting incident 328 of March 2.

Details can also be passed on to officers via the independent charity Crimestoppers, which is free to call from a landline and confidential, on 0800 555 111.

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Postby dutchman » Fri Jun 02, 2023 8:43 pm

'Cowardly' driver hit pensioner as she crossed the road and left her with fatal head injury

The family of a woman who was killed as she crossed a road in her home village has hit out at the sentence given to the 'cowardly' driver who caused her death. Jennifer Anne Chilton, 73, was crossing Winterton Road in Bulkington on March 2 last year when she was struck by a car driven by Daniel John McGonigle.

McGonigle, 32 and of Brewer Road, Bulkington, had 'cut the corner' when turning, police said. He briefly stopped to check on Mrs Chilton but then left the scene. He later handed himself in to police.

McGonigle has today been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, and disqualified from driving for 30 months. He must also carry out 175 hours of community work and take an extended test after his ban.

Speaking after the sentencing, Mrs Chilton's daughter said she and the family are 'extremely disappointed'. She added: "We understand that accidents happen. However, we can not forgive the driver for his cowardly act of leaving our mother alone injured in the road."

Mrs Chilton was treated at the scene but later died in hospital.

McGonigle attended Nuneaton Police Station to report the collision and was arrested. He was later charged and appeared at Warwick Crown Court on April 12, where he pleaded guilty to causing Mrs Chilton's death due to careless driving.

Craig Pearson, Police Constable of Warwickshire Police said: "The legislation makes it clear that drivers have a greater responsibility to be more mindful of pedestrians and other vulnerable road users. This includes when turning into a junction, drivers should wait for pedestrians to finish crossing first. Sadly this did not happen. Mrs Chilton did nothing wrong. She was a vulnerable road user crossing the road in her home village. Mr McGonigle chose to cut the corner and he was careless in his driving."

"Although he briefly stopped to check on Mrs Chilton, he chose to leave the scene without seeking help for her, leaving Mrs Chilton alone in the road with a serious head injury. Legally and morally he should have stayed with Mrs Chilton. This is clearly not acceptable."

We are very grateful to all the members of public, including children, who stopped and helped at the scene.”

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