Driver jailed for causing death of cyclist in Newport
Matthew Brimble's mother has paid tribute to him
A Newport man has been jailed for causing the death of a cyclist by dangerous driving.
Police were called to reports of a crash involving a cyclist and an Audi A3 on Caerleon Road, Newport, around 2am on 31st March.
The cyclist, 37-year-old Matthew Brimble, from Newport, was taken to hospital, where he later died.
The driver of the Audi, Dominik Jablonicky, pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing to causing death by dangerous driving.
The 27-year-old has been sentenced to six years in prison, and disqualified from driving for nine years.
The mother of Mr Brimble has released the following statement following today’s hearing:
“With the loss of my son Matthew, it has absolutely physically and mentally exhausted me to the extent I suffer with insomnia, anxiety and panic attacks – no mother should outlive their child.
“I have lost both my children and I cannot bear the thought of a future without them - I feel empty, hopeless and helpless, it is so overwhelming.
“Matthew was loved and will forever be missed by family and friends. Everyone loved his cheeky smile and sense of humour.
“I constantly wonder that if the driver had stopped and called the emergency services, that my son may have survived.
“No prison sentence will ever bring my son back and I am heartbroken, I will never be called ‘Mum’ again.”
PC Spencer Clease, from the serious collision investigation unit, said:
“Our thoughts are with the family of Matthew Brimble and I hope the sentence imposed by the court today provides some closure for them.
“The dangerous driving the defendant displayed on that morning in March 2021 was truly shocking. Jablonicky was driving at high speeds on a 30mph road when he collided with Mr Brimble’s bike.
“He then showed no concern for Mr Brimble as he fled the scene without stopping to help. Jablonicky will have to spend the rest of his life with the knowledge that his driving has resulted in the death of Mr Brimble.
“At Gwent Police, we’re committed to making our roads safer and we will take action against anyone who puts the lives of others at risk by dangerous driving. This tragic case highlights the dreadful consequences dangerous driving can have and should serve as a warning to all road users of the lifelong impact your actions can have on families.”