Kirklees man jailed for nine years for causing death by dangerous driving

Thursday, 2 January 2020 11:17

The driver of a converted camper van that smashed into a car killing a 28-year-old man has been jailed for nine years.

Adam Kershaw, 29, of Booth Street, Cleckheaton who was uninsured, unlicensed and almost three times the drink drive limit, was at the wheel of a seven-and-a-half tonne Mercedes box van when it struck Joseph Keane’s vehicle.

The incident occurred on the A65 near Ingleton in North Yorkshire on July 13 2018, with Kershaw pleaded guilty to causing Mr Keane’s death by dangerous driving at Bradford Crown Court in November.

He also admitted causing death by driving while uninsured and otherwise than in accordance with a licence as well as possessing drugs on the same day as the crash.

During Kershaw’s sentencing on Tuesday, Judge Jonathan Rose described the incident as the “worst case of dangerous driving” he had come across, saying: “You have pleaded guilty to six offences arising out of the events of the 13th of July 2018.

“The principal offence though is your driving that caused the death of a young man who had everything to live for and a very bright and promising future ahead of him.”

Kershaw was jailed for nine years and was also been banned from driving for 11 and a half years.Adam Kershaw, 29, of Booth Street, Cleckheaton who was uninsured, unlicensed and almost three times the drink drive limit, was at the wheel of a seven-and-a-half tonne Mercedes box van when it struck Joseph Keane’s vehicle.

The incident occurred on the A65 near Ingleton in North Yorkshire on July 13 2018, with Kershaw pleaded guilty to causing Mr Keane’s death by dangerous driving at Bradford Crown Court in November.

He also admitted causing death by driving while uninsured and otherwise than in accordance with a licence as well as possessing drugs on the same day as the crash.

“The principal offence though is your driving that caused the death of a young man who had everything to live for and a very bright and promising future ahead of him.”

Kershaw was jailed for nine years and was also been banned from driving for 11 and a half years.

More from Local and National News

Appeal After Burglary

Police are appealing for witnesses after a burglary at a property in Bradford.
Have your say and help to build stronger communities in Calderdale

People in Calderdale are being asked to share their thoughts about how they feel connected to their local neighbourhood and the wider Calderdale area
Bradford to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day

Bradford City Hall is to be lit up in red, white, and blue on Thursday 6 June to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
New bridge and new routes now open as project progresses

The new link road on the A629 south of Halifax is now open, as part of work to improve the flow of traffic and make it easier to walk, cycle or take public transport.
City presents Windrush pioneer with prestigious Leeds Award

one of the nation’s last surviving HMT Empire Windrush passengers and the city’s only remaining Caribbean Second World War serviceman received the Leeds Award in a ceremony at the Civic Hall.
More Than 10,000 Arrests Made By Team Dedicated To Reducing Violent Crime

A specialist team working to reduce violent crime has started a New Year by passing a new milestone after making more than 10,000 arrests.
Plate expectations as historic registration could be up for sale

A unique gift exchanged by two former Lord Mayors of Leeds more than 120 years ago could be about to help the city with unprecedented budget challenges.
Calderdale: Celebrating over 350 years of service at Council

Fourteen Calderdale Council employees have been recognised for a combined total of over 350 years of service at an event at Halifax Town Hall on Thursday 26 October.
Activists who caused £100,000 worth of damage sentenced

A group of activists who caused £100,000 worth of damage to a service station on the M25 has been sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on Friday (27 October)
Appeal Following Collision and Death of Man in Otley, Leeds

Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision in Leeds in which a man later died.
Vehicle involved in fly tipping across West and North Yorkshire seized by Bradford Council

A vehicle involved in multiple incidences of fly tipping across West and North Yorkshire has been seized by Bradford Council.
Anti-social behaviour funding boost in Clitheroe, Colne and Darwen

As part of the county-wide crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) Lancashire Constabulary and Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden have announced a further eight areas set to benefit from additional resources to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Lancashire.

Listener Club

Get more with the Listener Club!

The Golden Era

The golden era of Bollywood celebrated in this weekly show full of classics taking you back in time. Every Sunday between 5pm - 7pm
Bhangra Nights

Get over the Weekday blues - Every Tuesday night is party night with the best Bhangra and Urban Asian Beats. The Bhangra Show every Tuesday between 8pm-11pm
Legal Show

Once a fortnight we dedicate a show to discussing legal issues and family / matrimonial law in particular. Alternate Friday mornings between 9am-11pm.
Alim OnAir

Have you a question about the religious, cultural or tradition aspect of Islam? Then join Hazrat Maulana Fazal Dad in the weekly show every Friday between 8-9pm.