A successful businesswoman turned her luxury Range Rover into a deadly weapon during a fit of road rage, deliberately ramming an e-bike rider in a residential street, the Old Bailey has heard in a shocking case that has gripped the capital.
The Fatal Confrontation
Sherry Naker, 49, allegedly used her high-end SUV to hunt down 32-year-old Tomasz Krzeminski after a minor altercation escalated into a deadly pursuit through north London streets. Prosecutors described how the professional woman abandoned all reason during the incident on September 1, 2022.
"This was not an accident," the prosecutor told the court. "She deliberately drove her vehicle at Mr Krzeminski, using it as a weapon to inflict fatal injuries."
A Chilling Sequence of Events
The court heard how what began as a typical London road incident rapidly spiralled into tragedy:
- Initial minor confrontation between vehicle and e-bike
- Naker allegedly began pursuing the cyclist through residential areas
- The chase continued for several minutes before the fatal impact
- Witnesses described the Range Rover being driven aggressively
Victim's Final Moments
Mr Krzeminski, described as a keen cyclist who used his e-bike for daily commuting, suffered catastrophic injuries when the Range Rover struck him. Despite emergency services rushing to the scene in East Finchley, he was pronounced dead shortly afterward.
"The force of the impact was immense," one witness statement read to the court described. "It was clear this was no ordinary traffic accident."
From Boardroom to Courtroom
The case presents a jarring contrast between Naker's professional life as a businesswoman and the allegations she now faces. The court heard details of her successful career and comfortable lifestyle, making the violent nature of the allegations particularly startling.
Naker denies charges of manslaughter and dangerous driving, setting the stage for what promises to be a closely watched trial at one of Britain's most famous criminal courts.
Community in Shock
Local residents expressed their horror at the incident, with many describing the area as typically quiet and family-friendly. The case has raised questions about road safety and the escalation of minor traffic disputes into violent confrontations.
The trial continues at the Old Bailey, with further evidence expected to reveal more details about the moments leading up to the fatal collision.
