Dangerous Driver Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Jail for Fatal Crash
Leon Gregory, 42, of Grange Court, Northolt, was handed a heavy sentence at Harrow Crown Court on Friday, 4 December.
Multiple Charges Stack Up for Gregory
- Six years for causing death by dangerous driving
- 14 months for two counts of perverting the course of justice
- Two months for incitement to supply Class A drugs
All sentences will run consecutively. Gregory has also been banned from driving for eight years and ten months. He was found guilty on all counts following a trial on Tuesday, 1 December.
Deadly Hit-and-Run Rocks Northolt
The court heard how Gregory was driving a black Ford Fiesta without headlights on the evening of Wednesday, 5 February. At about 8:15pm, 55-year-old Maya Gurung was walking home from work along Wayfarer Road, Northolt, when Gregory’s car hit her as she crossed the road.
Gregory initially stopped but then turned on his headlights and fled the scene, leaving Maya critically injured. A passing couple dialled 999 and Maya was rushed to hospital but tragically died on 11 February.
Gregory’s Lies and Further Crimes Uncovered
Police found the abandoned Fiesta the next morning on Watery Lane, Northolt, with damage matching debris at the crash site.
Gregory denied involvement but was arrested on 10 February and remanded in prison. While behind bars, he threatened a prosecution witness and tried to get them to smuggle Class A drugs into the prison. This led to additional charges.
Investigations revealed Gregory had regularly driven the crash car over the previous year, often while unfit to drive. In April 2019, he was caught giving false details to police after being stopped, causing another driver to be wrongly disqualified – another act of perverting the course of justice.
Gregory refused to accept responsibility at trial, blaming others. But the jury saw through his lies and convicted him on all offences.
Justice for Maya and Family
“Gregory’s selfish and reckless actions have resulted in the death of a much-loved mother and family member,” said Detective Sergeant Matthew Smith. “His refusal to take responsibility meant Maya’s family had to endure a trial. I hope his conviction offers them closure and warns everyone about the deadly consequences of dangerous driving.”
Maya’s son, Suman Gurung, read a victim impact statement to court:
“I want to thank all those who called 999 when they saw Gregory under the influence behind the wheel. Your calls helped prove he was in control of the vehicle and used it regularly. I’m grateful to the officers who worked tirelessly to get justice for my mum. Despite the law favouring defendants, these brave officers gave strength to a grieving family. Knowing there are good people fighting for justice gives me hope. Thank you to everyone who helped my mum.”
