Woman jailed for killing young dad in multi-car crash

A driver who killed a young father of two in a multi-vehicle crash in Nottingham has been jailed for 12 years.

Muhammad Aftab Ahmad, 20 - known as Tabi - died at the scene after he was hit by a car driven by Nomazwe Moyo on the A610 Bobbers Mill Bridge, in Alfreton Road, on 18 October last year.

Police said Moyo was advised by her doctor months earlier she should not drive for 12 months due to her epilepsy and to inform the DVLA of her condition, although there is no evidence she had a seizure at the time.

The 35-year-old pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and to driving while uninsured at a hearing in February, and was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court on Thursday.

Nottinghamshire Police also confirmed it has made a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) over the case "due to previous involvement with the defendant".

Police said Moyo was driving at about 60mph (97km/h) in a 30mph (48km/h) zone at the time of the crash, and was "dangerously overtaking other vehicles" as she drove towards Nottingham city centre.

An off-duty police officer travelling to a Nottingham Forest match "had to take evasive action to avoid [her] crashing into him", a force statement said.

Moyo, who had crossed the junction with Aspley Lane and was approaching Bobbers Mill Bridge, clipped the wing mirror of a car before hitting Tabi, who was on his moped while working as a food delivery driver.

Police said Tabi was knocked into the path of oncoming traffic, leaving another driver with no time to react.

Moyo, of Eltham Close, Broxtowe, did not stop at the scene and hit the back of a taxi, before crashing head-on with a fourth vehicle.

She was disqualified from driving for life.

Insp Louise Melbourne, of Nottinghamshire Police's serious collision investigation unit, said: "Moyo's reckless decision to drive dangerously with complete disregard for other motorists has needlessly cut short a young life.

"It was by sheer chance that there were not more fatalities.

"The devastation Moyo caused by the manner of her driving is immeasurable, and she will have to live with the consequences of her negligent actions for the rest of her life."

In a tribute released after Moyo was sentenced, Tabi's family said his death had "left a deep void in our hearts".

The statement added: "Taken from us at just 20 years old, he was a cherished son, brother, husband, father and the heart of our family.

"Tabi's kindness, laughter, and warm spirit touched everyone who knew him. He was a devoted husband and loving father to his two young children, whom he loved dearly.

"His sudden passing has left us heartbroken, but we hold close the memories and love he shared with us.

"Though his life was far too short, Tabi's legacy of love, joy and compassion will never be forgotten. His spirit lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him."

Listen to BBC Radio Nottingham on Sounds and follow BBC Nottingham on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@bbc.co.uk or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210.