Beaumaris crash kills two pedestrians, driver dies from injuries

On 28 August, a tragic incident occurred in Beaumaris, Anglesey, when an Audi driven by 81-year-old Humphrey Pickering crashed into two pedestrians, resulting in their deaths. The victims, Stephen and Katherine Burch, both aged 65 and from Alcester, Warwickshire, were struck at approximately 14:45 BST. Emergency services arrived promptly, but despite their efforts, the couple was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics at 15:21. Their cause of death was determined to be multiple injuries sustained in the collision. The inquest into the crash revealed that the driver, Pickering, later succumbed to chest injuries sustained during the accident. This adds a layer of complexity to the incident, as it involved not only the loss of two lives but also the tragic fate of the driver. The coroner, Kate Robertson, expressed her condolences to the families affected and acknowledged the significant efforts made by both bystanders and emergency responders at the scene. The inquest has been adjourned to allow for further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash. This will likely include examining the factors that led to the collision, as well as any potential mechanical issues with the vehicle or health concerns regarding the driver. This incident has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in busy areas, particularly in popular tourist destinations like Beaumaris. The community is left mourning the loss of the Burch couple while grappling with the implications of such a tragic event on local road safety measures.