Woman accused of killing biker by dangerous driving

A woman is to stand trial accused of causing the death of a motorcyclist by dangerous driving.

Dawn McIntosh, 53, of Forres, is said to have struck Andrew Wright on the A96 Alves to Forres road in Moray on 30 July 2023.

She was behind the wheel of a Hyundai i10 when it is claimed she attempted to overtake a camper van when it was unsafe to do so.

Prosecutors state she failed to maintain a proper lookout and be aware of oncoming traffic. A not guilty plea was tendered on her behalf during a brief hearing at the High Court in Glasgow.

It is alleged Mrs McIntosh eventually went onto the wrong side of the road and into the path of Mr Wright, who was riding his Yamaha motorbike.

This is said to have resulted in her hitting the 34-year-old.

The indictment states Mr Wright, of Elgin, was left so badly hurt that he died at the scene.

Michael Chapman, defending, said he was ready for a trial to be fixed.

Prosecutor Leanne Cross said two witnesses who were in the camper van that day would give evidence via video link from New Zealand. Their pre-recorded testimony will then be played to jurors.

Lord Renucci fixed a trial for 10 February next year at the High Court in Aberdeen.

The case could last for about four days and Mrs McIntosh remains on bail.