Richard Phillips
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Ref: 2019-0165
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· Deadline: 23 Sep 2019
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Coroner's Concerns
During the inquest evidence was heard that: a) There was water running down the descent which had frozen over. b) The direction of travel of the running water was down the nearside of the south westerly side of the B3091, across both sides of the carriageway then down the nearside of north easterly side of the carriageway. c) Drivers of motor vehicles who use this route regularly reported the existence of standing/hanging water in this area being present for months prior to the accident: Those who attended the scene reported finding it difficult to remain upright when walking over the frozen stretch of road_ d) Dorset Police provided Collision Investigation Report which concluded that driver of the motor car lost control of the car due to the presence of the ice on the road surface: Mr Phillips was positioned correctly in the road; was driving in a manner appropriate for the road conditions; was wearing helmet and appropriate clothing: There were no mechanical defects to either vehicle. e) Dorset Police reported that there had been 2 road traffic collisions reported at this location in January 2015 (.e: a similar time of the icy. the the year to this incident)
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Dorset Highways Dorset Wanchard Lane, Charminster Council Dorchester. DT2 9RP 01305 2281020
Mr R T Middleton Date: 18/11/19 The Coroner's Office for the Ref: RTW03611-20174LJ County of Dorset Officer: Town Hall Bournemouth BH2 6DY Mr Middleton Re: Regulation 28 Report Inquest touching the death of Richard Geoffrey Phillips Since our last letter of the 11th September we have investigated the site further and have had confirmation regarding the location of the accident_ The accident took place on the section of the B3091 that has subsequently been resurfaced. During this resurfacing the camber of the road was adjusted to improve the ride quality and to ensure that surface water enters the existing drainage system in an efficient manner: This was done as part of our normal construction process, rather than a reaction to reports of problems in the area_ The highway in question is affected by run off from neighbouring properties and springs. As a result of these issues there will always be some surface water on the carriageway but the improvements we have made will reduce it as much as is reasonably possible. We believe that this resurfacing work has already greatly improved the situation and, as such_ we have no plans to carry out any further work in this location for the time being: We will continue to inspect the section regularly and monitor the surface water situation over the winter period: The drainage system has been cleaned recently but we will react to any blockages that are reported to us by the public or staff locally. Your Sincerely Community Highways Manager Dorset Council Dear
Mr R T Middleton Date: 18/11/19 The Coroner's Office for the Ref: RTW03611-20174LJ County of Dorset Officer: Town Hall Bournemouth BH2 6DY Mr Middleton Re: Regulation 28 Report Inquest touching the death of Richard Geoffrey Phillips Since our last letter of the 11th September we have investigated the site further and have had confirmation regarding the location of the accident_ The accident took place on the section of the B3091 that has subsequently been resurfaced. During this resurfacing the camber of the road was adjusted to improve the ride quality and to ensure that surface water enters the existing drainage system in an efficient manner: This was done as part of our normal construction process, rather than a reaction to reports of problems in the area_ The highway in question is affected by run off from neighbouring properties and springs. As a result of these issues there will always be some surface water on the carriageway but the improvements we have made will reduce it as much as is reasonably possible. We believe that this resurfacing work has already greatly improved the situation and, as such_ we have no plans to carry out any further work in this location for the time being: We will continue to inspect the section regularly and monitor the surface water situation over the winter period: The drainage system has been cleaned recently but we will react to any blockages that are reported to us by the public or staff locally. Your Sincerely Community Highways Manager Dorset Council Dear
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Investigation and Inquest
On the 2nd January 2018, an investigation was commenced into the death of Richard Geoffrey Phillips, born on the 3rd April 1982. The investigation concluded at the end of the Inquest on the 14th 2019. The Medical Cause of Death was: la Multiple Injuries May
The conclusion of the Inquest was Road Traffic Collision: CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE DEATH On the 19/12/17 at approximately 8.30am Mr Phillips was riding his motorcycle along the B3091 in north easterly direction from Sturminster Newton to Shaftesbury. He had passed Guys Marsh and was approaching the area locally known as St James' Common: The weather conditions were cold and A car was approaching from the opposite direction along the single carriageway: The direction of travel of the car involved a descent: The vehicle has moved into the opposite carriageway ad struck Mr Phillips broadside knocking him from his motorcycle with force. Mr Phillips was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics:
The conclusion of the Inquest was Road Traffic Collision: CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE DEATH On the 19/12/17 at approximately 8.30am Mr Phillips was riding his motorcycle along the B3091 in north easterly direction from Sturminster Newton to Shaftesbury. He had passed Guys Marsh and was approaching the area locally known as St James' Common: The weather conditions were cold and A car was approaching from the opposite direction along the single carriageway: The direction of travel of the car involved a descent: The vehicle has moved into the opposite carriageway ad struck Mr Phillips broadside knocking him from his motorcycle with force. Mr Phillips was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics:
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