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Man, 79, admits causing death of pedestrian in Gloucester

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Man, 79, admits causing death of pedestrian in Gloucester

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Bruce Drake, 79, has pleaded guilty at Cheltenham Magistrates' Court to causing the death of 35-year-old Kieran Jones by careless or inconsiderate driving. The collision occurred on Barton Street in Gloucester on 14 January 2025, and Jones died three days later in hospital. Drake has been released on unconditional bail with an interim driving disqualification and will be sentenced on 2 December.

Key points

  • Bruce Drake, 79, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Kieran Jones by careless or inconsiderate driving.
  • The collision took place on Barton Street in Gloucester on 14 January 2025.
  • Kieran Jones, 35, died in hospital three days after the incident.
  • Drake received an interim driving disqualification and unconditional bail, with sentencing scheduled for 2 December at Cheltenham Magistrates' Court.
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