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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Russell

SHOCKING: Coroner to raise concerns over older drivers self certifying after deadly crash - You Need To See This

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A coroner has raised concerns about older drivers being able to renew their licences by self-declaring they are fit to drive after hearing the case of a baby killed in a crash caused by a motorist with undiagnosed dementia.

Louis Thorold, five months, was in a pram being pushed by his mother when the elderly driver turned into the path of a van, forcing it onto the pavement where it hit them.

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