A driver who killed a dad of two in a hit and run has been jailed for 10 years
22 year old Nathan Quinn of Healds Green, Oldham was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in October 2022
The court was told that Quinn had earlier been spotted that day by police driving at twice the speed limit but they discontinued their chance of the vehicle,a black Audi after the officers lost sight of the vehicle due to Quinn’s excessive and dangerous speed.
Later that day while travelling along Oldham Road, the Audi contravened a red light and collided with a pedestrian that was crossing the road at the designated pedestrian crossing at the time.
Upon attending the scene, emergency services located the pedestrian – a 37-year-old man – who was in critical condition following the incident.
Witnesses at the scene told officers that the vehicle involved in the collision had failed to stop and continued to drive towards Oldham’s town centre.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the pedestrian sadly died in hospital as a result of his injuries a short time later.
Quinn was also issued with a further disqualification from driving for 4 years to commence when released from prison.
Detective Constable Liam Carolan from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “This case is a tragic incident where a husband and father of two young children has lost his life due to the idiocy of Nathan Quinn.
“Mr Quinn thought he was untouchable and it has ultimately cost the life of a 37-year-old man who was simply crossing the road. Not only did he not stop when approached by the police, he continue to travel at speeds more than double the signposted speed limits in that area while under the influence of alcohol.
“The victim’s family have had to wait more than a year for this case to reach trail, and I am glad that we have played a part in bringing the killer of their loved one to justice.”
