Newport man jailed over fatal collision with pensioner
Man fled the scene, leaving injured pedestrian in the road
Last updated 26th Mar 2026
A Newport motorist has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison following a collision that led to the death of an 84-year-old pedestrian.
Mark Ball was driving the Hyundai i10 when it collided with Charles Sully on Cardiff Road in Newport at around 4.50 pm on 8th February 2024.
Following the collision, Ball reversed his car and fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle nearby.
Police later arrested him hiding in a garden.
Sully, from Newport, passed away in hospital five days after being struck.
Ball, who is now 46, admitted to causing death by careless/inconsiderate driving, two counts of causing death by driving a vehicle while unlicensed/uninsured, and driving a motor vehicle dangerously.
He was sentenced this morning at Cardiff Crown Court.
Police Statements
PC Spencer Clease of Gwent Police's Collision Investigation Unit condemned Ball's actions and emphasised the responsibility all drivers have to ensure the safety of pedestrians.
“All motorists are responsible in ensuring the safety of all road users, including pedestrians, while driving; Ball’s callous actions show an extreme departure from that expectation," Clease said.
Sergeant Shane Draper, Collision Investigation Unit manager, expressed sympathies for Sully's family and highlighted the thoroughness of the investigation.
“Our thoughts are firstly with Charles’ family and friends, who have shown incredible dignity throughout the entire investigation," said Draper.
Ball's driving disqualification also requires him to take an extended test upon reapplying for his licence.