A STOURPORT man has been jailed for 14 years for causing the death of a baby in a crash after he jumped a red light whilst drug-driving.
Craig Nunn, 40, of Sandy Lane in Stourport was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court today (Friday) after previously pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving and drug-driving.
The charges relate to the death of three-week-old Harley Wilkinson.
Jumped red light
In the early hours of October 26 last year, Nunn was driving on the A451 between Stourport and Kidderminster when he went through a red light and collided with a car carrying baby Harley and his parents.
Nunn was driving at 90mph on a 70mph dual carriageway prior to the incident. The speed was lower on point of impact but he was also found to be under the influence of amphetamines.
Harley, who was just three weeks and six days old, tragically died at the scene. His father suffered serious injuries including spinal fractures.
An investigation was launched immediately and Nunn was charged the following day.
Det Sgt Liam Bennett, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “It’s difficult to find the words to express just how tragic this incident was.
“An innocent baby lost his life and two parents were left utterly devastated, while also having to deal with the terrible physical injuries one of them suffered as a result of the collision.
“I’m glad that the case has concluded today, and that Nunn will now face the consequences of the reckless decisions he made that night which destroyed so many lives.”
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In addition to the driving offences, Nunn was also sentenced to two months in prison for possession of an imitation firearm and two counts of possession of a knife or blade in a public place.
He pleaded guilty to these offences in April 2025 after an imitation firearm, an axe and a knife were discovered in his car during the investigation into the collision.
This sentence will be served concurrently.
Mum’s tribute
The mum of Harley has paid tribute to the youngster.
In her victim personal statement, Imogen Bradley, said she thought she couldn’t have children and described him as a ‘miracle baby’.
“He will always be a part of me. His absence has left a void that will never be filled.
“Every time I close my eyes I see Harley’s face and the collision.
“I refuse to accept what happened even now. My world has been devastated.”
