
Man charged over tragic death of little girl, 4, killed in crash that left 3 others injured
CRASH CHARGE Man charged over tragic death of little girl, 4, killed in crash that left 3 others injured
A MAN has been charged over the tragic death of a four-year-old girl following a fatal collision last year.
Mayar Yahia tragically died after being hit by a silver Vauxhall Corsa in April 2024 in Birmingham's Highgate at around 9.45pm.
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Javonnie Tavener, 23, has been charged with causing death by careless driving, causing death whilst driving uninsured and two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving following the horror crash.
Tavener appeared at Birmingham Magistrates Court on July 2 where he was remanded in custody to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on July 30.
Three other people suffered injuries which were not serious.

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