Peter Petrie pleads guilty to causing the death of 17-year-old Keely Birks by dangerous driving.
A man has admitted causing the death of a 17-year-old girl in a crash in Derby.
Keely Birks died in hospital following the collision involving a Vauxhall Astra in Harvey Road, Allenton, Derby, on 20 November. Peter Petrie, 27, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and driving without insurance at Derby Crown Court on Tuesday.Petrie, no fixed abode, was remanded in custody.
Addressing Petrie, the judge said: "I am going to adjourn your case until Friday. We need to grasp the nettle and deal with you.Follow BBC East Midlands on
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