Pensioner in court after Worthing woman killed in A280 collision in Angmering

Ronald Dossett, 74, of Marks Tey Road in Fareham, was charged with causing the death of Worthing woman Nicola Drummond by careless/inconsiderate driving.

Ms Drummond, who was in her 40s, was tragically killed in a three-car collision on the A280 in Angmering on January 17, 2019, when her orange Suzuki collided with Dossett's blue Honda and a white Peugeot.

Two children who were passengers in Ms Drummond's vehicle were seriously injured, according to Sussex Police at the time, as was Dossett and his passenger.

The driver of the Peugeot suffered minor injuries, police said.

Dossett did not enter a plea at Worthing Magistrates' Court today (July 15), but the prosecution argued his driving 'did not fall far short of dangerous' and required sentencing powers beyond magistrates.

Chairman of the bench David Worcester said: "We are obviously dealing with a very sensitive case which will involve forensically going through a number of complex issues.

"The sensitivity being that a life has been lost. This court has not got sufficient capability and jurisdiction to sentence, should you be found guilty."

Mr Worcester ordered Dossett to appear at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday, August 12.

He was granted unconditional bail.