Executive Summary
- A 72-year-old woman, Sheila Lewis, is accused of causing death by careless driving following a fatal car crash in Lincolnshire.
- The collision occurred in August 2024 on the A17 near Heckington and resulted in the death of her 89-year-old female passenger.
- Ms. Lewis has been summoned to appear at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court on November 27.
A 72-year-old woman is scheduled to appear in court in connection with a fatal two-vehicle collision in Lincolnshire that resulted in the death of her 89-year-old passenger. The incident occurred on the A17 near Heckington in August 2024, prompting an investigation by local authorities.
Case Details
Sheila Lewis, of Magna Crescent, Sleaford, is accused of causing death by careless driving. Lincolnshire Police issued a court summons following their investigation into the crash. The victim was a passenger in the vehicle driven by Ms. Lewis.
Ms. Lewis is due to appear at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court for her hearing on November 27. The charge follows the collision which involved her vehicle and another car at a junction on the A17 highway.
Legal Proceedings
The case will proceed through the judicial system based on the evidence presented. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.