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A tragic incident unfolded on December 21, 2021, in Blackheath when a 42-year-old driver, Frederick Mansfield, collided with a bus stop, leading to the death of a 14-year-old boy, Logan Finch, and causing serious injuries to Logan’s aunt, Rachel Poole. Mansfield now stands trial, facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving.

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The harrowing incident occurred at approximately 3:33 pm when Logan, his aunt Rachel Poole, and two cousins were waiting at a bus stop near the junction of Kidbrooke Park Road. Suddenly, Mansfield’s vehicle veered towards them at considerable speed, colliding with a lamp post before striking the bus stop itself, ultimately pinning Logan against it.

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