On Monday, Natasha Allarakhia was sentenced at Lincoln Crown Court for two counts of causing death by dangerous driving and one count of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
The tragic road traffic collision near North Rauceby on June 20th 2024 claimed the lives of William Ray, aged 17, and Eddie Shore, aged 18. Jack Prince, aged 18, underwent two operations and sustained serious injuries. He and Luke Wood, aged 18, bear the psychological scars from the impact of this tragedy.
The families of William and Eddie described them as young men who brought joy to everyone around them. Their sudden loss has left a deep void in their homes and in the wider community.
Allarakhia was driving with her children and partner in the car, reaching speeds of 96 mph in a 60 mph zone. She ignored traffic warnings and consumed alcohol during the journey. Her actions led to the collision that ended two young lives, and caused lasting physical/ psychological harm to two of their friends.
Allarakhia was sentenced to 10 years in prison. She may only serve two-thirds of that term.
Victims’ families and many members of the public believe the sentence does not reflect the seriousness of the crime. I agree, it does not.
I have submitted a formal request to the Attorney General to review the sentence under the Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme.
I have asked the Attorney General for a review of this sentence imposed on Allarakhia as it does not reflect the severity of her crimes, nor the damage inflicted on the victims’ families and the wider community.
