Gregory Clubb faces manslaughter charge in Townsville court over Jennifer Board’s death

The teen allegedly behind the wheel of a stolen car involved in the crash which killed Jennifer Board has had his matter heard in court for the first time since he was hit with a higher charge.

THE teen allegedly behind the wheel of a stolen car involved in the crash which killed Jennifer Board has had his matter heard in court for the first time since he was hit with a higher charge.

Gregory Clubb, 19, was not present in Townsville Magistrates Court on Wednesday for the latest mention of his matter.

Gregory Clubb is facing a charge of manslaughter, among others.

Clubb had been facing more than 40 charges, one of which included a charge of dangerous operation of a vehicle, which the Bulletin on Tuesday revealed had been upgraded to manslaughter.

No bail application was made.

Police allege that on the night of February 5, 2021, Clubb was driving a stolen car on Ross River Rd when another vehicle rammed the rear of the car.

Chris Hughes, the driver of the second vehicle, allegedly lost control of his car which veered into the path of a motorcycle driven by aspiring police officer, Jennifer Board.

Ms Board was thrown from her bike at the scene.

Gregory Clubb.

Many of Clubb’s other charges relate to an alleged crime spree, with charges relating to conduct from both before and after Ms Board’s death.

Magistrate Scott Luxton adjourned the matter to June 30 for further mention.

He was remanded in custody, with his appearance excused at the next mention.

Originally published as Gregory Clubb faces manslaughter charge in Townsville court over Jennifer Board’s death