Mother Rebecca Sharp was left with life-changing injuries when she was struck by Dale Clark's SUV, but managed to push her baby to safety.
The collision resulted in Mrs Sharp being left with life-changing injuries, including swelling on the brain.Credit: Scene stills / family handout
The court heard that Mrs Sharp's youngest daughter, who thankfully was unharmed, was sent flying into the air after being pushed out of the way in a quick-thinking moment, as Clark sped away from the scene., Sharp spent two months in a coma, with doctors saying her recovery is likely to take years. Dale Clark pleaded guilty to the crash in a hearing at Bournemouth Crown Court in May having initially said he was not guilty.Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know…
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