SGThe High Court in Singapore upheld an 11-year prison sentence for a drink-driving accident that resulted in the death of a 64-year-old pedestrian in April 2023. The incident occurred in Dunearn, where the vehicle struck the pedestrian at high speed, causing severe injuries. The defendant, a 46-year-old Australian permanent resident, pleaded guilty to charges of dangerous driving and drink driving. Both the prosecution and defense appealed the sentence, with the defense seeking a reduced term of between six years and four months to eight years, while the prosecution wanted an increased term of 12 years and nine months. Justice Christopher Tan rejected both appeals, stating that adjusting the sentence would not significantly change the outcome. The court acknowledged the defendant's voluntary restitution of over $56,000 to the victim's family but determined that the 30% discount applied by the district judge was excessive. The final sentence included a fine of $12,000 and a 15-year driving ban. The defendant will begin serving his sentence on September 14 after undergoing minor wrist surgery.
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