A woman was seriously injured after being hit by a speeding Audi in Hull, leaving her life forever changed and her future uncertain
Hull: A woman’s life took a tragic turn when she was struck by a speeding Audi. The driver, Luke Gough, was going way over the limit when he hit her. She was just crossing the street after grabbing a late-night pizza.
The impact was brutal. Witnesses described a loud bang as she flew over the car. It was a shocking scene, and many thought she might not survive. She ended up with serious injuries, including fractures and bleeding on the brain.
Gough didn’t stop. Instead, he drove off with a smashed windscreen and later set the car on fire with his girlfriend’s help. They thought they could cover it up, but the police were hot on their trail.
The woman, now 45, spent nearly a month in the hospital and had multiple surgeries. Her life has been turned upside down. She can’t work as a carpet cleaner anymore due to her injuries. It’s been a nightmare for her.
In court, Gough admitted to causing serious injury by dangerous driving and other charges. He has a long history of driving offenses and was banned from driving. His girlfriend, Gemma Johnson, also faced charges for her role in the cover-up.
Judge Mark Bury made it clear that Gough’s actions were selfish. He received a five-and-a-half-year prison sentence and a lifetime driving ban. Johnson got a suspended sentence, but both will have to live with the consequences of that night.
This incident serves as a harsh reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the impact it can have on innocent lives.
