Pair jailed over 139mph fatal crash in 30 zone

Two men have been sentenced to long prison terms for a fatal car crash in Manchester that killed 50-year-old Sylvester Abayomi. The defendants were filmed driving at 139mph in a 30mph zone while under the influence of nitrous oxide.
Why it matters
The case serves as a stark warning regarding the lethal consequences of reckless driving and the use of substances behind the wheel.
Pair jailed over 139mph fatal crash in 30 zone - BBC News
The article provides a straightforward account of a court sentencing based on police and judicial statements.
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