A man who callously left a 60-year-old woman to die after a collision in Rochdale...
Published: 8:24 am October 20, 2023
Updated: 10:46 am October 8, 2025
Man Jailed After Leaving 60-year-old Woman To Die In Rochdale Collision

A man who callously left a 60-year-old woman to die after a collision in Rochdale has been sentenced to prison following an investigation by the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU).

John Brazil, 28, of Waithlands Road in Rochdale, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Anne Jones in a hearing prior to his sentencing. On 19 October 2023, Brazil appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court, where he was handed a prison sentence of 9 years and 9 months.

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