TWO people have been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a tragic crash near Compton Abbas that killed a pedestrian.

The incident, at around 7.46pm on June 6 last year, happened on the A350 Main Road near the village and involved a silver Audi TT Quattro, a grey BMW 218I, a blue Isuzu D-Max and a pedestrian.

“Emergency services attended and very sadly the pedestrian – 62-year-old Dean McCormack, from Warminster – was pronounced dead at the scene,” a Dorset Police spokesperson said.

“A passenger from the Audi – a man aged in his 20s – was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries that were not believed to be serious.”

Now, a 21-year-old man from Shaftesbury and a 22-year-old man from Mere – have been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.

Sergeant Mike Burt, of the Serious Collision Investigation Team, said: “Firstly, our thoughts remain with the family and the loved ones of Dean McCormack.

“Following detailed enquiries, we have consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service, which has authorised charges against the two individuals in this case.

“This matter will be subject to active court proceedings and it is vital that the justice process is allowed to follow its course. We would therefore urge members of the public to refrain from speculation or commentary relating to this case, particularly online and on social media.”