A speeding BMW driver who hit 91mph caused the death of his ex-partner after losing control and smashing into trees.
Stephen Matthew Smith was behind the wheel of the car when it veered off the road, collided with trees and rolled over on Middridge Road, Newton Aycliffe, shortly after 6pm on Friday October 9, 2020. His passenger and ex-partner, Kayley Robinson, 37, was airlifted to James Cook Hospital in Middlesbrough following the crash but died as a result of her injuries days later on October 14.
Smith, of Scarth Walk, Stockton, was subsequently arrested and charged with causing death by dangerous driving. He previously pleaded guilty to the single charge and appeared at Durham Crown Court on Wednesday via link to be sentenced.
