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Case of dangerous driving causing deaths of two teenagers adjourned

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The collision resulted in the deaths of Gilbert Collins and Avuzwa Idris (File image)

A case involving a bus driver, who is charged with dangerous driving causing the deaths of two teenagers who were travelling on an e-scooter in Waterford almost two years ago, has been further adjourned.

The collision, which occurred on the Cork Road in Waterford city in the early hours of 27 June 2024, resulted in the deaths of Gilbert Collins and Avuzwa Idris.

The teenagers were aged 15 and 17, respectively, when the collision between the bus and the e-scooter took place.

Adrian Doyle of Ard Glas, Abbey Road, Ferrybank, Co Waterford, was last year charged in connection with the incident.

Today, Mr Doyle's defence counsel, Gareth Hayden BL, told Judge Eugene O'Kelly that the trial is not yet ready to commence.

The case will be back before Waterford Circuit Court on 3 June for mention.

A trial date is expected to be set thereafter.