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Three Men Charged with Manslaughter in Fatal Police Chase Collision

Suzanne Cherry, 62, was struck and killed by a van during a police pursuit; an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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Overview

  • Suzanne Cherry was fatally struck by a van during a police pursuit at Aston Wood Golf Club on April 11 and died in hospital four days later.
  • Three men—John McDonald, Johnny McDonald, and Brett Delaney—have been charged with manslaughter, with John McDonald also facing additional charges including assault and failure to stop for police.
  • Three other men arrested in connection with the incident have been released on bail with conditions as investigations continue.
  • Independent Office for Police Conduct is reviewing the circumstances of the police pursuit that led to the collision.
  • Cherry’s husband paid tribute to her, describing her as a loving, unselfish person whose death has left an unfillable void in their family.