CPS drop charges against woman in Harry Parker case
The 14-year-old died just days before his birthday in Swindon two years ago
The Crown Prosecution Service say there's not enough evidence to demonstrate careless driving in the case of the death of a 14 year old boy in Swindon.
Harry Parker passed away in the incident in November 2022, with the CPS saying every case is kept under review, to see if someone's prospect of being convicted is realistic.
They add they've met with his family.
Tim Cole, Acting Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor with CPS Wessex, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Harry Parker for their tragic loss.
“We keep every case under review to make sure that there is enough evidence to provide a realistic prospect of conviction.
“We examined this case in great detail – including obtaining the advice of a forensic collision expert – and it has become clear that there is not enough evidence to demonstrate that this collision could reasonably have been avoided, and therefore that the driving was careless.
“We have met with Harry’s family to explain to them our decision.”
Wiltshire Police have also met with the family of the 14-year-old following the road traffic collision on Akers Way on 25 November 2022.
Superintendent Guy Elkins said: “We recognise the distress that this decision will have caused to Harry’s family and we will continue to support them at this difficult time.
“Wiltshire Police will continue to work closely with the Parker family to ensure they are kept informed about any further developments with this case.”
We're told the CPS decision reverses a previous decision by the CPS to authorise a charge of causing death by careless driving.
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