Man charged over tragic death of little girl, 4, killed in crash that left 3 others injured
Mayar Yahia tragically died after being hit by a silver Vauxhall in April 2024 in Birmingham's Highgate.
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 after being struck by a silver Vauxhall Corsa on Upper Highgate Street, just after 9.45pm.
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