October 9th 2024.
A young man, Danial Arshad, made a grave mistake that changed the life of another person forever. On a fateful day in August 2023, while driving under the influence of cannabis in Blackburn, Lancashire, he made the reckless decision to overtake a car at a red light. Little did he know that this impulsive move would lead to a collision with cyclist Nicholas Cooper, causing serious injuries that would leave him almost paralyzed.
The incident, caught on CCTV footage, shows Arshad's impatience as he impatiently drives behind a stationary car at the traffic lights. Without warning, he suddenly swerves around the vehicle, disregarding the red light, and collides with Mr. Cooper, who had just crossed the junction. The impact sends the cyclist flying over the car, landing in the middle of the road in excruciating pain. Arshad, on the other hand, drives away from the scene, only to be arrested by the police around the corner.
Fortunately, Mr. Cooper survived the accident, but not without suffering severe injuries. He sustained fractures in his ribs and spine, along with a collapsed lung. In a statement, he expressed how the incident made him feel like he had "partially died" and is now mourning the loss of who he was before. The judge presiding over the case, Richard Gioserano, acknowledged the severity of the situation and stated that Mr. Cooper was lucky to have survived.
The consequences of Arshad's actions were grave, and he had to face the consequences in court. He pleaded guilty to causing serious injuries by careless driving and was given a 10-month suspended sentence. Along with this, he was required to complete 15 days of rehabilitation activity and 300 hours of unpaid work. He was also banned from driving for three years and must retake his driving test to get his license back.
During the court proceedings, Arshad's lawyers spoke on his behalf, stating that he deeply regretted his actions and considered it the worst mistake of his life. Judge Gioserano took into account his remorse and previous good character while delivering the sentence. He also noted that Arshad was under the influence of cannabis at the time of the accident, which impaired his judgment.
In the end, the incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the impact it can have on others. While Mr. Cooper was lucky to have survived, the physical and emotional toll on him cannot be overlooked. As for Arshad, he will have to live with the consequences of his actions and work towards making amends for the rest of his life.
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