Jail for dangerous drunk-driver who seriously injured motorcyclist in East Sussex
The motorcyclist is still receiving treatment for life-changing injuries
A dangerous driver has been jailed for two and a half years after hitting and seriously injuring a motorcyclist in East Sussex.
Leigh Garside was seen driving at 100mph in a 60mph zone in Icklesham before the collision on the A259 at Winchelsea last August.
The 39-year-old, of Donald Way, Winchelsea, was found to be almost three times the legal alcohol limit.
The airbags of his Mercedes went off but he continued to drive away despite leaving the motorcyclist with life-changing injuries.
PC Richard Brand, from the Roads Policing Unit (RPU), said: “On the day of the incident Garside took unnecessary risks.
“He was driving well in excess of the speed limit and he was drunk.
“His driving showed a total lack of regard for the safety of other road users and himself.
“Dangerous driving and drink driving will not be tolerated on the roads of Sussex and anyone caught committing these offences will be dealt with robustly.
“We are pleased with the outcome of this court case, to remove a dangerous driver from our roads.
“The injured motorcyclist is still receiving treatment as a result of his injuries and this has had a profound effect on him and his family.
“Garside has now lost his freedom as a result of his actions and may not drive a vehicle for some considerable time once he is released.”