Man admits causing death of elderly cyclist in Rotherham crash
20 year old Cain Byrne admitted causing the death of 81 year old Graham Slinn in court yesterday
A Derbyshire man has been convicted of killing an elderly cyclist in Rotherham after hitting him with a car, before leaving the scene.
20 year old Cain Byrne admitted causing the death of 81 year old Graham Slinn while appearing at Sheffield Crown Court yesterday (May 12).
Graham was fatally injured on the A57 near Todwick on April 4. He was about to celebrate his 60th wedding anniversary at the time.
Byrne also admitted driving while disqualified and driving with no insurance and will be sentenced on June 27.
Senior Investigating Officer Tom Woodward, of South Yorkshire Police, said:
“To drive a motor vehicle on the road is a privilege, and one of great responsibility to increase everyone’s safety.
“We know that those who are willing to drive unlawfully are also likely to take greater risks and Byrne is a true reflection of this.
“This behaviour will not be tolerated on the roads of South Yorkshire, and Byrne will now face a lengthy prison sentence for his actions.
“At the heart of our investigation is Graham and his family and I hope that this verdict brings them some measure of closure. My thoughts remain with them and other families who have lost loved ones in similar circumstances.
“I would also like to thank the public for their support during this challenging investigation, it does not go unnoticed.”