Eastbourne drink-driver jailed for causing man's death in crash

The 39-year-old ran red lights while three children were in the back of his car

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 4th Jun 2024

An Eastbourne man who caused a man's death in a crash in Berkshire has been jailed for nearly ten years.

39-year-old Desley Nuptial of Parkfield Avenue was driving at twice the legal limit for alcohol at the time of the collision in London Road in Ascot on September 10th, 2022.

He drove his Mercedes E-Class car through a red light at a crossroads, colliding with another Mercedes, which was being driven by Choudhary Ashraf from Maidenhead.

The 40-year-old died from his injuries at the scene.

Nuptial's three children were in the car with him at the time and were all injured in the collision.

He was arrested the same day and admitted to causing death by dangerous driving at Reading Crown Court in February.

Returning to the same court on Monday (June 3rd), Nuptial was sentenced to nine years and nine months in prison.

He was also disqualified from driving for five years and he will have to take an extended re-test to regain his licence.

Senior investigating officer Detective Sergeant Darren Brown of the Thames Valley Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit said:

"The manner of Nuptial’s driving was absolutely shocking, and the fact he had children in his car as well exacerbated this.

"Tragically, as a direct result of him driving at speed, under the influence of alcohol and failing to stop at red traffic signals, he collided with Mr Ashraf’s vehicle and caused him injuries which resulted in his death.

"My thoughts and the thoughts of all of us remain with Mr Ashraf’s family and friends who have shown great dignity and patience while we brought this case to court.

"Nuptial will now have to serve a prison sentence, where I hope he reflects on his decision making which led to this needless and avoidable tragedy."

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