Linda Spencer from Wirksworth has been charged following the Tracey Meek killing on Tuesday in a hit and run.
Tracey Meek, a much-loved Derby artist was killed after a Vauxhall Corsa and a Land Rover collided on the B5023. Meek’s death hit Derby hard with hundreds of people paying tribute to her.
Linda Spencer, 42, has now been charged with several offences related to Meek’s death. Spencer, who lives on Crabtree Close in Wirksworth appeared in court on November 28.
Who is Linda Spencer from Wirksworth
Linda Spencer is a 42-year-old resident of Wirksworth, who has been charged in connection with a fatal car collision on the B5023 between Idridgehay and Wirksworth.
The incident occurred on November 26 and involved a Vauxhall Corsa and a Land Rover. Tracey Meek, a 44-year-old woman, tragically died at the scene, while another individual suffered severe injuries.
Spencer faces multiple charges, including causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop, and refusing a specimen for analysis.
She remains in custody after her court appearance.
Linda Spencer charges following Tracey Meek’s death
- causing death by dangerous driving,
- causing serious injury by dangerous driving,
- failing to stop after an accident,
- failing to provide a specimen for analysis
- failing to cooperate with a preliminary test
More details emerge following Tracey Meek killing
Tracey Meek had been driving a Vauxhall Corsa when the accident happened. She was not alone when tragedy struck.
A male who was a passenger in the car suffered serious injuries in the same crash that killed Tracey. The man was taken to hospital by ambulance and remains there.
Linda Spencer appeared at South Derbyshire Magistrates Court. The matter was adjourned.
Linda Spencer remains in police custody.
Online, relatives and friends continue to pay tribute to Tracey.
Who was Tracey Meek and how did she die
Tracey Meek was a 44-year-old woman from Derbyshire who tragically lost her life in a car accident on the B5023 between Idridgehay and Wirksworth.
The collision, which occurred on the morning of November 26, involved a Vauxhall Corsa, driven by Ms Meek, and a Land Rover Freelander driven by Linda Spencer. Ms Meek was pronounced dead at the scene, while a male passenger in her vehicle sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
The driver of the Land Rover, Linda Spencer, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in police custody. The police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage to assist with their investigation.
Ms Meek’s family expressed their devastation, describing her as a “kind, caring, and loving” individual taken far too soon. They have asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Police statement in full following developments in Tracey Meek death
A spokesperson for the force said: “A woman has been charged in connection with a fatal collision earlier this week.
