Indian-Origin Man Gets 25-Year Jail Term for Killing 2 in US Crash
Amandeep Singh, a 36-year-old Indian-origin construction executive, has been sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for a horrific drunk-driving crash in New York that claimed the lives of two teenagers. The incident highlights the devastating consequences of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel.
On a fateful night in May 2019, Amandeep Singh, who was driving his BMW at a speed of 150 km/h, crashed into a parked car in the town of Bay Shore, Long Island. The impact was fatal, resulting in the deaths of two teenagers, 16-year-old Michael Baranello and 17-year-old Katie Brennan. The incident sent shockwaves through the community, leaving the families of the victims devastated and seeking justice.
Amandeep Singh, who was intoxicated and high on cocaine at the time of the accident, was arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree murder, as well as vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that Singh’s blood-alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit, and that he had also consumed cocaine before getting behind the wheel.
The evidence presented in court was damning, and on January 25, 2023, Amandeep Singh was sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for his crimes. The sentence was met with relief from the families of the victims, who had been seeking justice for their loved ones.
“I’d rather have my son back, but I’m glad that Amandeep Singh is going to pay for what he did,” said Michael Baranello’s father, Michael Sr. “He’s the definition of evil. Instead of picking up my son at school, I’d have to identify him at the morgue.”
Katie Brennan’s mother, Donna, also expressed her relief at the sentencing, saying, “I’m just glad that Amandeep Singh is going to spend a long time in prison. He took two beautiful lives, and he’s going to have to live with that for the rest of his life.”
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drunk driving claimed the lives of 10,511 people in the United States in 2020 alone.
Drunk driving is a preventable crime that can have devastating consequences for innocent people. It is a crime that not only harms the driver but also the passengers, bystanders, and emergency responders who are affected by the crash.
The incident also highlights the need for stricter laws and enforcement when it comes to drunk driving. While some states have implemented stricter laws and penalties for drunk driving, more needs to be done to prevent this type of tragedy from occurring.
In conclusion, the sentencing of Amandeep Singh to up to 25 years in prison for the drunk-driving crash that killed two teenagers in New York is a welcome development in the quest for justice. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel. As we move forward, it is essential that we continue to work towards preventing this type of tragedy from occurring again.
