An Oxford driver has been disqualified and fined after hitting a cyclist with his car when passing too close.

Dennis Amoah of Charlbury Road passed a passed a cyclist in his car on the Iffley Road on September 17, 2023, and caused her to fall from her bike.

At Oxford Magistrates Court on Monday, November 4, the 36-year-old was disqualified from driving for 12 months and ordered to pay over £1,000 of prosecution costs, victim costs and compensation.

Investigating officer PC Mark Exley said: “Dennis Amoah was driving in an inconsiderate way which caused serious harm to another person.

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“His actions were completely avoidable and I am pleased he has been held accountable for his actions. My thanks go to the victim for supporting this investigation through to prosecution.

“We will continue to look to prosecute those who are a danger to others on our roads.”

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