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A second man has been charged after a woman was 'murdered' in a crash on the A1(M) near Darlington, as the victim is named in court papers.
Elena Chiriac has been named as the 22-year-old woman from Newcastle who died. after the crash on the A1(M) near Barton on October 4.
Christi Chiriac, 25, is accused of encouraging Florin Chiriac, 31, to drive in a way that would lead to the death of his sister Elena.
Florin Chiriac, 31, of Hampstead Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, is accused of murdering Elena, attempted GBH with intent of another man, and dangerous driving.
Christi Chiriac, of the same address, is charged with encouraging or assisting in the commission of offences including murder and causing death by dangerous driving.
He was remanded in custody to appear at York Magistrates Court on Saturday (October 11).
Police were called to the A1(M) shortly after 6pm following the incident, which involved a silver Ford Transit and a silver Volkswagen Golf, both of which were travelling southbound.
North Yorkshire Police initially arrested two men - a 31-year-old from Newcastle and a 23-year-old from Grimsby - on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
The 23-year-old man has been released with no further action.
The woman’s family are continuing to be supported by specially trained officers.
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Police previously asked any witnesses who have not yet spoken to officers to get in touch with information or dashcam footage.
You can contact police online through the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP), live chat, or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or its website.
Please quote reference 12260195308 when providing information.