Man admits causing death of three teenagers in crash
It happened near to Shipston-on-Stour in 2023 when they were on their way home from school.
A 19-year-old man's been convicted of causing the death of three people and seriously injuring three others by careless driving in a collision between Chipping Campden & Shipston on Stour in April 2023.
The collision happened when Edward Spencer lost control of his car on the B4035 Campden Road on the way home from school.
Following the collision, 17-year-old Harry Purcell, 16-year-old Tilly Seccombe and 16-year-old Frank Wormald, who were passengers in Spencer’s car, died as a result of the injuries they suffered.
A woman and two young children, who were travelling in another car, were seriously injured and continue to receive treatment for their life-changing injuries.
Appearing at Warwick Crown Court on Monday 17 March, Spencer, 19, of Armscote Road, Newbold on Stour, pleaded guilty to three counts of causing death by careless driving and three counts of causing serious injury by careless driving.
Inspector Huntley is urging young people and their parents to consider the limitations of being a newly qualified driver.
He added: “Edward Spencer had only passed his test five weeks prior to the collision and his careless actions cost the lives of three young people travelling in his car.
“Driving requires judgment and care, even more so when you lack experience. As this tragic case shows, the consequences of careless driving can be devastating.
“So many lives have been ruined by this terrible incident. I can’t begin to imagine the pain this has caused, and our thoughts remain with the individuals and families affected.
“Edward Spencer will live with the consequences of his careless actions for the rest of his life, as will the families of all those involved.
“Drivers need to be aware of the devastating consequences that can occur if a car is driven carelessly.”
Sentencing will take place on 28 April at Warwick Crown Court.
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