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Family Mourns 86-Year-Old Fatally Hit Outside Iceland
17 Jul
Summary
- An 86-year-old woman died after being struck by a car outside a supermarket.
- The driver received a suspended sentence and driving disqualification.
- The victim was remembered as a kind, caring, and independent woman.
An elderly woman, Maureen Sanderson, 86, lost her life two days after being struck by a vehicle outside a supermarket in Aspley, Nottingham. The incident occurred on Nuthall Road on October 13th of the previous year. Sanderson was crossing the road when she was hit by a Nissan Juke.
Ms. Sanderson's family has paid tribute to her, describing her as a "precious mum, granny and great-granny." They highlighted her kind and caring nature, her independence, and her zest for life. Her favorite job was as a ward receptionist at the City Hospital's children's ward.
The driver, Tracie Spowage, 58, pleaded guilty to causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving. She was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court to a 10-month prison sentence, suspended for 12 months, and received an 18-month driving disqualification. The court heard Spowage waited at a junction for 14 seconds before proceeding and colliding with Mrs. Sanderson.
