A driver who was nearly three times over the limit when he smashed into a scooter rider from behind has avoided prison. Craig Churches, was caught on his own dashcam accelerating towards a red light before a learner rider off his bike. The victim was seriously injured in the crash in December 2024 and is still recovering more than a year later. Footage from Churches' dashcam showed the 33-year-old driving on the A4 Bath Road while listening to music. Churches was later charged with driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level above the legal limit and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Source: Daily Mail January 13, 2026 10:35 UTC