Woman in court over Australia e-scooter fatality
ABCA backpacker accused of causing the death of a man in Australia, after she allegedly hit him while riding an e-scooter under the influence of alcohol, has appeared in court.
Alicia Kemp, from Redditch, Worcestershire, is alleged to have collided with Thanh Phan, 51, while riding through Perth's city centre on 31 May. He died in hospital two days later after suffering a brain bleed.
Ms Kemp was charged with dangerous driving causing death under the influence of alcohol, as well as dangerous driving causing bodily harm under the influence of alcohol.
The 25-year-old, who has yet to enter a plea, appeared at Perth Magistrates' Court via video link on Tuesday, court officials said.
She was remanded in custody in Australia until her case returns to court on 11 August for legal argument.
The charge of dangerous driving causing death carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
Under western Australian law, e-scooter riders must wear a helmet, be sober, carry no passengers and be older than 16.
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