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Father Pleads Guilty in Son's Death by Dangerous Driving
15 Oct
Summary
- A father pleaded guilty to causing his son's death by dangerous driving.
- The six-year-old boy died nearly a week after the crash.
- Sentencing for the father is scheduled for November 5.
Declan McCourt, 47, has pleaded guilty to causing the death of his six-year-old son, Ethan McCourt, by dangerous driving. The tragic incident occurred on June 20, 2022, on roads between the Magherafelt bypass and the Castledawson Roundabout in County Londonderry.
Ethan McCourt succumbed to his injuries nearly a week after the collision. At Londonderry Crown Court, his father also admitted to causing death by driving without a valid license on the same date. The defence stated McCourt has complete remorse for the event.
Judge Roseanne McCormick acknowledged the dignity of those present and offered sympathy for their loss. McCourt was granted bail, and the case has been adjourned to November 5 for a sentencing date to be fixed.
