Statement from the ODPP – referral from the Coroner regarding the death of Jai Wright

The following comments can be attributed to a spokesperson for the ODPP:
Following a referral from the State Coroner on 8 February 2024, the Director of Public Prosecutions has provided advice as required by the Coroners Act 2009 and determined that proceedings will be taken against a known person in relation to the death of Jai Wright.

Court Attendance Notices were filed today, 19 February 2024, for offences of negligent driving occasioning death and dangerous driving occasioning death.