Was It Dangerous Driving or Tragic Accident | Ottawa News

The trial of 19-year-old Xzander Wright, accused of causing the death of crossing guard Peter Clark through dangerous driving, ended this week with closing arguments. The defense painted it as a tragic accident caused by sun glare and a blind spot, claiming Wright never saw Clark. But the Crown countered with evidence Wright was looking down—possibly at his vape—and only reacted after hitting Clark, then accelerated. The judge questioned the defense’s logic, finding it implausible Wright wouldn’t see Clark or stop at the stop sign on his hood. The verdict, expected later this month, hinges on whether Wright’s actions were so reckless they fall outside what a reasonable driver would do. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0f3363221e221661