Man witnesses wife and son die in crash caused by driver who fled scene

mirror.co.uk November 30, 2024, 12:01 PM UTC

Bill Boyack witnessed the tragic deaths of his wife, Angela, and son, Stephen, in a car crash caused by Joshua Hill, who fled the scene. Hill, already on bail and banned from driving, was later sentenced to 13 years in prison. The family was returning from a holiday celebrating Angela's 60th birthday when Hill's reckless overtaking led to the collision. Bill attempted to rescue his family from the burning car, but Stephen died hours later from severe injuries. Bill has since advocated for speed cameras on the dangerous road where the crash occurred, aiming to prevent similar tragedies. He reflects on the profound loss of his family, emphasizing the impact of their absence on his life.


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