Stuart Veck had previously admitted to causing death by dangerous driving
20:05, 03 Jun 2025Updated 20:05, 03 Jun 2025
Paul Adams (right) with his wife Juliet(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)
A Bristol man has received a driving ban over the death of a 74-year-old pedestrian last year, a court has heard.
Stuart Veck, 33, was driving a Peugeot 108 in Clifton on Saturday, December 21, when his car collided with Paul Adams, who was crossing the road.
Emergency services were called to the collision off Whiteladies Road shortly after 11.35am, and Mr Adams was taken to Southmead Hospital.
Sadly, he died in hospital during the early hours of December 24.
In the days after his death, his family paid tribute to Mr Adams, saying he would be ‘sorely missed’ – particularly by his wife of 17 years, Juliet.
CCTV showed Veck’s car was stationary before he turned right from Whiteladies Road into Alma Road and collided with Mr Adams.
Veck stopped immediately after the collision, and during police interview stated he had not seen Mr Adams crossing the road.
Veck, of College Court in Fishponds, appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court where he received a suspended 18-week prison sentence today (June 3).
He had pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing to causing death by careless driving.
He also received an 18-month driving disqualification, and was ordered to carry out 300 hours of unpaid work.
The judge said the sentencing reflected Veck’s early guilty plea and remorse for what happened.
Dai Nicholas, officer in the case, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Mr Adams. A specially-trained officer has continued to provide them with support throughout our investigation.
“Stuart Veck admitted responsibility for what happened during the police interview, and has today been sentenced accordingly.
“This tragic case hopefully serves as a reminder to all road users that even in traffic at low speed, just a moment’s lapse in concentration can have devastating consequences.”