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Charges have today been laid in relation to a fatal crash on Summit Road, Christchurch on 27 November 2019.
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Tayla Alexander, 17, died in the crash and her sister Sunmara, 16, suffered critical injuries.?
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Sunmara passed away in hospital on 13 December 2019.
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A 19-year-old man has today been charged with two counts of dangerous driving causing death, as well as dangerous driving causing injury and driving without the appropriate licence.??
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He is scheduled to appear in Christchurch District Court on Thursday 28 May 2020.
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“This was a devastating event and a tragic reminder to all drivers of the need to drive safely and to the conditions,” says Superintendent Lane Todd, Canterbury Metro Area Commander.
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“Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Tayla and Sunmara as they continue to grieve the loss of their loved ones.”
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As the matter is now before the court, no further comment can be made at this time.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.?