A hit-and-run driver has been controversially released after just 2.5 months in prison for a shocking collision with 5-year-old Casey Wilson in Cardiff last March. Kurtis Dwyer, 35, sped across a busy road in a BMW, striking Casey as she rode her pink scooter near her school. Despite a 14-month sentence, Dwyer was granted early release under a ‘home detention curfew’ scheme, prompting outrage from Casey’s mother, Rachel Bancroft. She described the scheme as "absolutely disgusting," expressing concern for her daughter’s ongoing trauma and daily fear of cars.
The incident left Casey with PTSD, transforming her once carefree demeanor into one filled with anxiety. CCTV footage revealed Dwyer recklessly overtook another vehicle before crashing into Casey and fleeing the scene. Judge Simon Mills criticized Dwyer’s cowardice, emphasizing that Casey, once joyful, now struggles with the emotional aftermath of the accident. While she physically recovered, the psychological scars remain deep, as Casey lives in fear of cars and road crossings.
Dwyer, who handed himself in after confessing to Casey’s father that he lost control while dropping a cigarette, will be monitored under strict conditions. The Ministry of Justice stated violators could return to prison, but the community remains unsettled by his early release and its implications for public safety.
FAQ Section
Q: What happened in the hit-and-run involving Casey Wilson?
A: Casey Wilson, 5, was struck by a speeding BMW driven by Kurtis Dwyer while riding her scooter near her school in Cardiff.
Q: Why was Kurtis Dwyer released early from prison?
A: Dwyer was sentenced to 14 months but was released after 2.5 months under a ‘home detention curfew’ scheme due to having less than six months remaining.
Q: How has the incident affected Casey Wilson?
A: Casey suffers from PTSD, resulting in daily anxiety related to cars and road crossings, sharply altering her previously carefree personality.
Q: What does the Ministry of Justice say about Dwyer’s release?
A: A spokesperson indicated that individuals under home detention curfew must adhere to strict rules and could face re-incarceration for violations.
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