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Vehicle safety measures needed

by isleofman.com 25th February 2008
The father of a teenage cyclist killed in a road collision is calling for the introduction of new safety measures.

Ken Berry was speaking after two mechanics were acquitted of the manslaughter of 13 year-old James (pictured) in December 2005.

He was on a training ride in Greeba when he was struck by a wheel which had come off a wagon.

Repairs had been carried out to the vehicle days before.

Mr Berry believes the trial has raised public awareness and highlighted a number of safety issues:



(Picture courtesy of the BCF)
Posted by isleofman.com
Monday 25th, February 2008 09:49pm.

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