Drink-Driver Jailed for Deadly Dagenham Crash

A 23-year-old man from Dagenham has been slammed with an eight-year prison sentence after a drink-driving horror crash that killed his passenger last year. Sharuyan Sasikumar pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and driving over the legal alcohol limit.

Eight Years Behind Bars and Long Driving Ban

The brutal sentencing came down at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Wednesday, 26 November. Alongside his jail term, Sasikumar faces an 11-year-and-four-month driving ban. When he’s finally released, he must pass an extended driving retest before touching the wheel again.

Harsh Warning for All Drivers: Drink-Driving Kills

This grim case sends a clear message: drink-driving has deadly consequences. Authorities are cracking down hard to keep UK roads safe. Don’t risk it. Drink and drive, and you’re playing with lives.

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