Wigan man charged after fatal crash in Newton-le-Willows

He'll appear in Liverpool Crown Court next month

Author: Harry BoothPublished 27th Jun 2025

A Wigan man has been charged after a fatal crash in Newton-Le-Willows last year.

On Monday 10 June 2024 at around 10:30pm, it was reported that a white Ford Kruga was travelling along Southworth Road in the direction of Church Street when it left the road and hit a tree close to the junction of Mere Road.

Jonathan Mennell, 35, a passenger in the car, died at the scene.

Martin Green, 36, of Beech Avenue, Wigan, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, drink-driving, and failing to co-operate with preliminary tests.

He appeared at Liverpool Magistrate's Court today (27 June) and is set to appear before the crown court next month.

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