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US Driver Anne Sacoolas to Give Remote Evidence in Harry Dunn Inquest

Anne Sacoolas, the American driver involved in the 2019 crash that killed British teenager Harry Dunn near RAF Croughton, will provide evidence remotely for Dunn's inquest.

01 November 2023 · 21:47 UTC

Initially claiming diplomatic immunity, Sacoolas later pled guilty to careless driving and received a suspended sentence.

During a pre-inquest review hearing, it was revealed that Sacoolas is willing to assist remotely when the inquest resumes in June. Plans are in place for her to participate via video link from the US.

Harry Dunn's family had hoped for an in-person appearance but now expects a remote testimony. The hearing also touched on Sacoolas's limited driving training in the UK.

The family expressed frustration over the lack of information from US authorities, particularly the US State Department. The coroner will contact the Foreign Office to seek US government information.

If it's confirmed that Sacoolas worked for the US State Department during the crash, the department will be named as an "interested person" in the inquest.