A Moray man has been fined, ordered to pay compensation and banned from the road after a crash in which another motorist suffered serious injury.
Court heard tyre defect and ‘momentary lapse’ led to collision
The incident happened on 18 December 2024 on the B817, Shore Road, in Invergordon. At Inverness Sheriff Court, 46‑year‑old Liam Shand, of Merrayton Court, Lossiemouth, admitted driving without due care or attention.
Prosecutors told the court the front nearside tyre of Shand’s vehicle was below the legal tread limit and showed exposed ply or cord. The vehicle allegedly encroached onto the opposing carriageway, resulting in a head‑on collision that caused severe injury to the other motorist.
“He expresses remorse, regret and concern for the other driver,” said Mr Mann. “The condition of the vehicle played a part, and it was nothing more than a momentary lapse in judgement.”
Penalty and orders
Sheriff Ian Cruickshank imposed a fine of £840, ordered Shand to pay £3,500 in compensation to the victim and disqualified him from driving for 12 months.
- Offence: driving without due care or attention
- Date of collision: 18 December 2024
- Defendant: Liam Shand, 46, Merrayton Court, Lossiemouth
- Court: Inverness Sheriff Court
The defence described the episode as a brief lapse and said the driver was travelling at a normal speed; the solicitor also highlighted the condition of the vehicle as a contributory factor.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fine | £840 |
| Compensation | £3,500 |
| Driving disqualification | 12 months |
The case underlines the potential consequences of vehicle defects and momentary errors in judgement on Moray’s roads. Drivers are reminded that keeping tyres within legal tread limits and ensuring vehicles are roadworthy are not only legal obligations but vital to preventing collisions.
