A dangerous driver was said to be "absolutely flying" before causing the death of a much-loved grandfather in a horror collision in County Durham.
Edward Bell, known as Eddie, was walking on Delves Lane, in Consett, County Durham, when he was struck by a silver Seat Leon at 11.35am on June 19, 2021. The 76-year-old was treated by paramedics but was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Following Mr Bell's death, David Tolson, the driver of the Seat Leon, was arrested in connection with the incident. On Friday, he appeared at Durham Crown Court to be sentenced for one charge of causing death by dangerous driving. The 26-year-old pleaded guilty to the charge at a previous hearing.
