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Off-Duty Officer Charged in Fatal E-Bike Crash
22 Jul
Summary
- Officer Daniel Cartwright charged with causing death by dangerous driving.
- The incident involved two cars and an e-bike, killing a 16-year-old.
- The court appearance is scheduled for August 6, 2026.
A serving police officer, Daniel Cartwright, 31, is facing charges related to a fatal collision that occurred ten months ago. The incident on September 28, 2025, involved two cars and an e-bike on Chilwell Lane in Bramcote, Nottinghamshire.
Tragically, 16-year-old Ryley Hutson, who was riding the e-bike, was pronounced dead at the scene. Cartwright, who is employed by Bedfordshire Police but was off duty at the time, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.
Mr. Cartwright, residing in Kettering, Northamptonshire, is scheduled to appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on August 6, 2026. Nottinghamshire Police confirmed that Ryley's family has been informed of this significant step in the investigation.
An inquest into Ryley Hutson's death was opened by the coroner on December 2. A provisional cause of death was identified as chest injuries. Ryley was remembered by his aunt as a vibrant young person "full of life, laughter, and love."
