A driver high on cannabis was jailed for killing a father to be. He raced at twice the limit in Nottingham.
Ahmed was only 23. He had prior driving convictions. He drove over twice the speed limit. Parker wore high-visibility clothing. He walked near his home after work. Ahmed tested positive for cannabis after arrest.
Parker’s sister saw his body. She knew he would not wake up. He was close to home. She questioned why Ahmed didn’t stop.
Parker was a father, brother, and friend. He made others laugh. He was loyal and funny. He would help anyone. Parker never met his daughter. She will grow up without him. His sister said Ahmed did not deserve to know Parker. He left him like an animal.
The crash happened last November. Laura Pitman prosecuted the case. Parker died in the road. He was struck by Ahmed’s BMW.
A witness saw three cars speeding. The BMW drove with a Golf and Audi. They drove around 60 mph in a 30 zone. Another witness said they drove like go-karts.
Ahmed pleaded guilty to several charges. These included causing death by dangerous driving. He also admitted fraud and drug use. He drove without insurance and had cannabis.
The judge sentenced Ahmed to 10 years. He cannot drive for 10 years after release. The judge said Parker was only 23. He loved his new forklift job.
Parker’s daughter was born after his death. The judge said Ahmed should have seen Parker. Ahmed drove too fast racing other cars. He cared only about himself.
Ahmed’s lawyer said he pleaded guilty quickly. Ahmed’s mother wrote a remorseful letter. Ahmed is very sorry, his lawyer said.