Teenager Who Admitted Killing Two Motorcyclists In Crash Back In Court
A teenage driver who walked free from court earlier this year despite admitting killing two motorcyclists due to careless driving is due back in court today.
In August this year Joshua Kempster, 19, from West Meon, walked free after all charges were dropped due to a legal technicality.
Kempster had been cleared of dangerous driving following a trial over the deaths of motorcyclists, Andrew Cuthbert, 58, and Gary Groves, 62 on the Bishop’s Waltham to Corhampton road in February 2020.
Kempster had earlier pleaded guilty to careless driving but as the prosecution did not accept his guilty plea – instead arguing for the higher charge of dangerous driving – it was no longer valid.
Portsmouth Crown Court heard that as a result the court had ‘no option’ but to discharge him from the proceedings and let him walk free.
In August a CPS spokesperson said: “On 2 February 2020, Andrew Cuthbert and Gary Groves were involved in a road traffic collision which tragically led to their deaths.
“Following complex legal argument, proceedings in this case have ended. The CPS is now reviewing the position in relation to this case.
“We recognise that this is an extremely difficult and upsetting time for the families and friends of Andrew Cuthbert and Gary Groves, and our thoughts are with them at this traumatic time.”
Kempster will appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court at 3pm today.
Comments
Charged with which offense?
He was charged with two counts of death by careless driving (same charge that he originally pleaded guilty to under oath). Andy Cuthbert was brother
what punishment was given?
How can they put him on trial for same offence a 2nd time,once the court has ruled I didn’t think they could do that?,hope they hang him high though it’s well deserved.
What sentence did he receive?
What was the sentence given?
He’s not on trial for same offence, he admitted death by careless driving at original trial but not death by dangerous driving, he should have been sentenced in August but a mess up (put it lightly) let him off instead free as a bird with NOTHING!
But what sentence was he given this week?
Why don’t you read the article properly
It clearly stated the case hearing is at 3 PM
I’m sorry?? The case was held on 11 November, my question is AFTER this date. There really is no cause for you to be so rude.