Wakefield man denies killing woman by dangerous driving as trial date set

Louise Hargill died following a collision on Clifton Avenue in Horbury

A Wakefield man has appeared in court to deny causing the death of a woman by dangerous driving.

Karl Cockerill, 43, pleaded not guilty during a short hearing at Leeds Crown Court this morning (Wednesday, May 20).

Louise Hargill, who was 46, died after she was in collision with a black Vauxhall Corsa.placeholder image
Louise Hargill, who was 46, died after she was in collision with a black Vauxhall Corsa. | Google/WYP

Louise Hargill, who was 46, suffered serious injuries after she was in collision with a black Vauxhall Corsa being driven on Clifton Avenue, Horbury, at approximately 10.15pm on Saturday, September 20 last year.

She received medical attention at the scene but died a short time later, a West Yorkshire Police spokesperson confirmed at the time.

Cockerill, of Upper Lane in Netherton, was arrested and later charged on suspicion of causing her death by dangerous driving.

He will stand trial on October 28, 2028, and was granted unconditional bail until then.

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