Speeding driver admits killing man crossing road in Smethwick
A banned motorist has admitted that his dangerous driving killed a 37-year-old pedestrian.
Nayyib Mohammed was travelling at 72mph in a 40 zone moments before tragedy struck in Trinity Way, Smethwick on August 3, Wolverhampton Crown Court heard.
The 24-year-old's Renault Clio was still doing 47mph after the collision which took the life of Richard Cheshire, revealed Mr Benjamin Williams, prosecuting.
The victim had been trying to cross the road and was knocked down after the Clio pulled out to overtake another car, the court heard.
