A man accused of causing the death of Chris Marriott, who was hit by a car whilst helping a stricken woman during a family walk, has denied charges of murder and manslaughter, but has admitted to causing death by dangerous driving. The driver, Hassan Jhangur, appeared at Sheffield Crown Court, where he also denied charges of attempted murder and wounding with intent in relation to another victim. Jhangur admitted causing serious injury by dangerous driving, but denied charges of grievous bodily harm. A further charge of perverting the course of justice was denied by Mohammed Jhangur who appeared in court alongside Hassan.
Marriott, aged 46, was helping a woman who had collapsed in College Close, Burngreave, when he was struck by Jhangur’s car and died at the scene. Several other people were injured, including an off-duty midwife who had also stopped to help, following reports of a disturbance in the street. Described by police as an act of “Good Samaritanism,” Marriott’s family were with him at the time.
Hassan Jhangur will stand trial in June, whilst Mohammed Jhangur’s case was adjourned until a later date
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