The devastating tragedy involving Amy Cooper has once again brought to light serious flaws in the justice system’s handling of dangerous driving offenders. Amy’s tragic death at the hands of a banned driver who should have been under stricter supervision has left her family, friends, and community grieving—and demanding change.

A recent Serious Further Offence (SFO) review identified alarming failings in the management of the offender responsible for Amy’s death. These oversights have raised urgent concerns about the probation service’s ability to effectively monitor individuals who breach their conditions. Sadly, these failures contributed to a preventable tragedy.

Watch the full interview with ITV News here: https://www.itv.com/news/calendar/2025-03-14/report-finds-failings-in-case-of-banned-driver-left-free-to-kill 

RoadPeace has been supporting Amy Cooper’s family throughout this painful period. Lucy from RoadPeace spoke on ITV News, emphasising the charity’s stance on the urgent need for reform:

“We at RoadPeace are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Amy Cooper and extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones. Stories like Amy’s are devastating reminders of the critical need for improved accountability and oversight within the justice system.”

The organisation highlighted that the SFO review exposed significant failings that demand immediate action. Probation services must take swift and decisive steps when offenders violate their conditions. The consequences of failing to do so are tragically evident in Amy’s case.

Calls for Change

RoadPeace is actively campaigning for:

• Stronger sentencing guidelines for dangerous driving offences to ensure those who pose a risk are appropriately penalised.
• Improved probation service oversight to ensure breaches are identified and addressed promptly.
• Enhanced public awareness about the dangers posed by reckless driving and the need for systemic accountability.

By working to highlight these critical issues, RoadPeace continues to fight for justice for victims of road crime and their families. The organisation firmly believes that meaningful change is essential to prevent similar tragedies from recurring.

Honouring Amy’s Legacy

Amy Cooper’s family has bravely shared her story to ensure her death serves as a powerful call for change. With RoadPeace’s support, they are advocating for reforms that will protect other families from enduring such heartbreak.

The tragedy of Amy Cooper’s death must not be forgotten. It is a sobering reminder that justice, accountability, and proper oversight are crucial in safeguarding our roads and communities.

Updated on: 17 March 2025