Alison Clark Dies in Fatal A63 Crash
The husband of Alison Clark, a dedicated mother who tragically died in a crash on the A63, has expressed frustration that the inquest did not identify the driver of the stolen vehicle responsible for the collision. In November 2021, a high-speed BMW traveling at 100mph (160km/h) on the wrong side of the road struck Mrs. Clark’s car, resulting in her death. Alongside her, three men also perished in the incident.
The Hull Coroner’s Court jury concluded on Wednesday that Alison Clark, 43, had been unlawfully killed, while the three men’s deaths were ruled as “misadventure.” Rob Clark, from Elloughton in East Yorkshire, stated that without identifying the driver, achieving a full sense of justice remains challenging. He emphasized that the driver’s actions were inexcusable, describing the dangerous maneuver as having caused significant trauma and loss.
The jury determined that Samuel Connors, 20, William Harty, 20, and Lawrence James, 21, had deliberately driven at dangerous speeds in the BMW, though their deaths were not intentional. The inquest revealed that the men, from West Yorkshire, were involved in stealing catalytic converters, and their car had been reported for displaying fake number plates. Police pursued the vehicle but ended the chase shortly before it veered onto the wrong side of the A63.
Assistant Coroner Ian Sprakes detailed how the BMW traveled 1.3 miles (2km) in the wrong direction before crashing into Mrs. Clark’s Peugeot near a petrol station.
Rob Clark expressed a mix of satisfaction and disheartenment over the jury’s verdict, lamenting the unidentified driver and the broader implications of the crash. He criticized the driver’s reckless behavior as being responsible for the tragic loss of multiple lives, including his wife’s and those of the men in the car.
The Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) is set to release a report on Humberside Police’s involvement. Mr. Clark urged the IOPC to revisit its investigation in light of new findings. IOPC regional director Emily Barry stated that, as of March 2022, there was no evidence suggesting police misconduct, but they would review the inquest’s findings to determine if they affect the previous conclusions.
In a tribute to his late wife, Mr. Clark described Alison as an “intelligent, kind and loving woman,” whose loss has left a significant void in the lives of many. His solicitor, Ken Brough, from Hodge Jones & Allen, noted the intention to seek justice for the family through civil court if necessary.
The husband of Alison Clark, a dedicated mother who tragically died in a crash on the A63, has expressed frustration that the inquest did not identify the driver of the stolen vehicle responsible for the collision. In November 2021, a high-speed BMW traveling at 100mph (160km/h) on the wrong side of the road struck Mrs.…
The husband of Alison Clark, a dedicated mother who tragically died in a crash on the A63, has expressed frustration that the inquest did not identify the driver of the stolen vehicle responsible for the collision. In November 2021, a high-speed BMW traveling at 100mph (160km/h) on the wrong side of the road struck Mrs.…