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Speeding Driver Jailed for Fatal Collision with Ecuadorian Politician's Daughter

Octavian Cadar sentenced to 10 years for killing Vanessa Sagnay de la Bastida in London crash

  • Cadar was driving at more than double the speed limit when he hit Sagnay de la Bastida.
  • The victim, a psychologist, was crossing the road with her fiancé when the accident occurred.
  • Cadar initially blamed the couple for the crash but later admitted fault during the trial.
  • The court heard emotional statements from the victim's fiancé and mother about their loss.
  • Cadar was also banned from driving for over 10 years and must pass an advanced test to regain his license.
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