Driver who severed pedestrian's body appeals for less jail; prosecution seeks longer sentence
The man had driven drunk at high speed without noticing a retiree crossing the road, barrelling into the victim and killing him on the spot.
A man from Australia, a permanent resident in Singapore, pleaded guilty to causing a pedestrian's death by dangerous driving while drunk after a birthday party. He injured his two young children in the crash and appealed for a reduced sentence, arguing for 6 to 8 years in jail instead of the current 11-year term. Prosecutors, however, are seeking a longer sentence of 12 years and 9 months, insisting on maintaining the current fine of S$12,000 and a 15-year driving ban.
The man's lawyers requested that the 30% sentencing discount given to him by the lower court judge be upheld, but the judge questioned whether the plea was made during the crucial 12-week Stage 1 period. The judge emphasized that the man's intention to plead guilty could not be definitively confirmed, casting doubt on his eligibility for the discount.
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