Runaway driver caught by DNA on car airbag
Summary
Police identified and caught a driver who fled from a crash scene using DNA found on the car’s airbag. The driver, Jamie Challis, was involved in a high-speed crash in Newport, leaving a passenger severely injured. Challis was sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison for his actions.Key Facts
- Jamie Challis, age 24, fled a crash scene in Newport, where one passenger was severely hurt.
- DNA found on the car's airbag linked Challis to the accident.
- Challis was also connected to an aggravated burglary by DNA found on a balaclava.
- The crash involved a Volkswagen Polo and another car, a Citroen C3.
- Challis lost control of the Polo, which then hit a lamppost and another car.
- The investigation included data from the Polo's airbag system, revealing driving speeds and actions.
- CCTV footage and witness descriptions matched Challis with the scene.
- He admitted to causing serious injury by dangerous driving and was sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison.
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