Ferrari tunnel crash driver faces appeal over 190 km/h incident
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
A 38-year-old woman who crashed a Ferrari at 190 km/h in Monaco's Grand Prix tunnel appeared before an appeal court on Monday, with custody of her children at stake.
An appeal hearing took place on Monday for the 38-year-old driver who crashed a Ferrari at 190 km/h inside the tunnel on the Grand Prix circuit, one of the Principality's most recognisable stretches of road. The woman, who told the court she was ashamed of her actions, had spent three months in detention in Monaco before being released in early June.
The appeal proceedings carry serious personal consequences beyond any criminal penalty. The court's decision is expected to have a direct bearing on the driver's custody arrangements for her children, adding a significant domestic dimension to what was already a serious criminal matter.
The defendant again struggled to provide a clear account of the circumstances that led to the crash, leaving key questions about the incident unanswered before the judges. A verdict has yet to be announced.