đźš—đź’” Tragedy on the Roads: A Night Out Turns Fatal in Broadstairs
In a heartbreaking incident from October 2023, a night meant for fun ended in devastation. Colby Hammond, 20, was sentenced to seven years following a horrific accident caused by drink-driving. Celebrating a “school reunion” with friends, Hammond lost control of his Seat Ibiza at a staggering 75mph in a 30mph zone, crashing into a tree. His 18-year-old friend, Ethan Entwistle, tragically lost his life just days before his 19th birthday.
It was unveiled in court that Hammond, significantly over the legal alcohol limit, had driven the wrong way down a one-way street prior to the crash. Despite passengers’ pleas to slow down, Hammond continued his reckless drive, resulting in this irreparable tragedy. Ethan, who barely knew Hammond before the night, was seated in the front passenger seat, which took the brunt of the impact, causing “unsurvivable” injuries.
Hammond will serve at least two-thirds of his sentence behind bars and has been banned from driving for six years post-release. The sad event has left both families broken-hearted, with Ethan’s mum, Keena Entwistle, speaking openly about her anguish. Through this ordeal, she has launched a campaign advocating for graduated driving licences, hoping to prevent similar tragedies.
This story serves as a solemn reminder of the devastating impact drink-driving can have, not just on those directly involved but on families and communities too. It’s a plea for everyone to make responsible choices and ensure that no other life is cut short due to avoidable mistakes. Let’s keep our roads safe—never drink and drive. 🌟🙏 #RoadSafety #NeverDrinkAndDrive #JusticeForEthan