Carmel Magutau, 50, faced charges for causing the death of Maria Teresa Gomez, who was killed on her 72nd birthday. Magutau pleaded guilty to dangerous operation of a vehicle while intoxicated.
A woman killed on her 72nd birthday by a drunk driver had looked forward to enjoying time her grandkids and travelling, her family have told a judge. Carmel Maree Magutau, 50, faced Brisbane District Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death while intoxicated. Judge Benedict Power heard Magutau consumed at least two bottles of wine on the night before she drove into Maria Teresa Gomez at 7.45am on November 12, 2022.
Power said the family’s statements were very moving and told of how Gomez had recently lost her husband and overcome cancer. “They described a remarkable life and contribution to her family,” Power said. Magutau also pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, refusing a saliva test and refusing a breath or blood test. Defence barrister Matthew Hynes said the incident was a tragedy for all concerned including his client, who had struggled with mental health issues and alcohol addiction.
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