Speeding driver with lights off sentenced for fatal Launceston crash
Ryan Kevin Murfet sentenced to three-and-a-half years after pleading guilty to death by dangerous driving.
Ryan Kevin Murfet was jailed for three-and-a-half years for driving at speed with his headlights off and running a red light in Launceston on October 12, 2023. Ryan Kevin Murfet's car hit two pedestrians: Kane Morgan died, and Lance Young suffered serious injuries he told the court have left him feeling he is in a prison.
Murfet pleaded guilty to death by dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm. Murfet will be disqualified from driving for two years after his release.
Morgan's sister told the court about losing the younger brother she expected to grow old with. Young and Morgan's mother said the incident changed their lives forever.
- Three-and-a-half years
- Sentence length
- October 12, 2023
- Crash date
- Launceston, Carrick
- Location
Why it mattersA significant sentence for a preventable tragedy that destroyed two families.
AustraliaHighlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving on Australian roads.
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