Mike Bloom was struck by a cement mixer driven by Vincent Taylor at a crossroads in Northamptonshire. He suffered “massive pelvic injuries” and died six days later from organ failure. The collision was captured on the vehicle’s dashcam, and Taylor pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving. In June 2016 he was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment and was banned from driving for 27 months.
Fatal collision 30 June 2015 A361, Aston-le-Walls, Northamptonshire
Last updated 8 November 2016
Casualties
Mike Bloom, 74 (fatality)
Time of incident
10:30am, 30 June 2015
Vehicles involved
Pedal cycle, HGV (3.5t+)
Incident factors
None known
Police details
Northamptonshire
Legal summary
Vincent Taylor: causing death by careless driving, guilty (plea).
References
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