A man accused of causing the death of a popular Co-op worker by driving dangerously on the M62 will stand trial next year.
Paula Heaney was on her way to work at the supermarket chain’s Thatto Heath shop when she was involved in a crash on January 28, 2021. The 57 year old died at the scene after four vehicles were involved in a crash between Junction 5 and Junction 6 at Tarbock Island.
Peter Maddrell, 56, of Warbrook Road, was charged with causing death by dangerous driving and appeared at Liverpool Crown Court today. He admitted the less serious charge of causing death by careless driving but Damian Nolan, prosecuting, said the CPS would still pursue a trial on the more serious charge against him.
