Saar Crash Driver Hit With New Sentence: Total Prison Time Now 9 Years
The tragedy happened on May 30, 2025, when the man—driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol—was speeding and going the wrong way. He slammed head-on into the family's car, leading to the heartbreaking loss of three lives and serious injuries to the two surviving children.
Investigations by the Public Prosecution revealed that the driver had taken narcotics before getting behind the wheel. A separate search of his home by the Drug Enforcement Unit uncovered cannabis (hashish), confirming he had illegal drugs in his possession.
The man faced two separate cases in court:
In the traffic case, the Seventh Lower Criminal Court sentenced him to six years in prison, revoked his driver's license, and ordered the confiscation of the vehicle used in the crash.
In the drug possession case, the First Lower Criminal Court gave him an additional three years in prison, a BD3,000 fine, and ordered the confiscation of the seized drugs.
The charges against him included:
Causing death by reckless driving under the influence
Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol
Speeding more than 30% over the limit
Ignoring traffic signs and driving the wrong way
Causing serious injury to others
Damaging property and endangering lives
Possessing illegal drugs for personal use
The courts described his actions as highly dangerous and reckless, emphasizing that the punishment serves as a message about the serious consequences of driving under the influence.
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