Two jailed over fatal 130mph crash in 30 zone

Two men have been sentenced to long prison terms for causing a fatal crash while driving at 139mph in a 30mph zone. The pair filmed themselves inhaling from balloons and driving recklessly before striking and killing 50-year-old Sylvester Abayomi.
Why it matters
The case serves as a stark example of the lethal consequences of dangerous driving and the use of substances behind the wheel, drawing significant public attention to road safety.
Pair jailed over 139mph fatal crash in 30 zone
The reporting is based on court sentencing and police statements, focusing on the facts of the crime and the judicial outcome.
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