A 22-year-old student, who was twice over the legal drink-drive limit, lost control of his car at a terrifying 94mph, resulting in a catastrophic crash that claimed the lives of three of his university friends, an inquest has heard.
The tragic incident unfolded when the young driver, whose name has not been disclosed, veered off the road at high speed, colliding with a tree. The impact was so severe that all three passengers—fellow students—died instantly.
Reckless Decisions, Devastating Consequences
Investigators revealed that the driver had consumed a significant amount of alcohol before getting behind the wheel, with blood tests showing he was more than double the legal limit. Witnesses reported seeing the car speeding erratically moments before the crash.
"This was a preventable tragedy," said the coroner during the hearing. "The combination of excessive speed and alcohol created a lethal scenario."
Families Left Heartbroken
The victims, all in their early 20s, were described as bright and ambitious by grieving relatives. One parent tearfully told the court, "They had their whole lives ahead of them—gone in an instant because of one reckless choice."
Authorities are now urging young drivers to think twice before drinking and driving, emphasizing that no night out is worth risking lives.
