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Trial for Braddan man who denies driving van in dangerous condition

Sunday, 25 June 2023 07:00

36-year-old accused of two offences

A Braddan man will stand trial after denying driving without due care and attention in a van which was in a dangerous condition.

Lee Anthony Dixon, of Strang Close, entered not guilty pleas to the charges during an appearance at Douglas Courthouse.

The 36-year-old allegedly crashed into two stationary vehicles on Victoria Road in Castletown on 11 February.

A pre-trial review will take place on 27 July – he’s been bailed until that date.

Update: 27 July 2023

During a court appearance on 27 July Magistrates agreed to postpone the pre-trial review to 17 August.

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