'My mother has missed so much already, I will grieve at every stage of my life' - daughter (18) tells of her pain over mother's death in car driven by banned driver

Katelyn Hooper expressed the immense pain of losing her mother in a crash involving a banned driver, stating, "My mother’s death will live with me for the rest of my life." She described how the incident haunts her, emphasizing the irreversible impact on her emotional well-being and the memories that she has lost. Hooper's words underline the tragic consequences of driving offenses and the lasting effects on families left behind.

During the inquest at the Dublin District Coroner's Court, it was revealed that the car driven by Dean Coleman, a banned driver at just 25 years old, crashed while being pursued by gardaí. The incident showcases the severe implications of allowing unlicensed drivers on the roads, affecting not just the driver but innocent lives as well.

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