A Mercedes driver has admitted killing a woman in a 140mph smash on Christmas Day.

Evan Forde was behind the wheel of a black Mercedes when he hurtled into the back of a BMW.

Brazilian Maria Carolina Do Nascimento, 22, was a passenger in the BMW.

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She could not be saved and died at the scene.

Shortly before the crash, police officers on patrol in a marked vehicle had indicated for Forde's car to stop.

But the 32-year-old drove off from officers and there was no pursuit, Scotland Yard said.

A short time later, police were informed the same car had been involved in a collision.

Those in the Mercedes did not stop for police and fled the scene on foot, police confirmed.

Forde admitted causing death by

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