01/09/10…..Kingsey fatal crash trial begins

THE trial of a man accused of causing the death of a young Thame man by driving dangerously, began today at Reading Crown Court.

The court heard the Prosecution claim that Sammy Edwards, aged 25, of Marsh, attempted to overtake three cars on the A4129, Kingsey Road, Thame, causing 18 year-old Greg Stiles of Thame to take evasive action, swerving onto the verge before spinning back into the road and colliding with an on-coming car, killing him instantly and critically injuring his girlfriend.

Sammy Edwards is charged with causing death by dangerous driving. He denies the charge.

The trial continues.