UK Driver Jailed for Killing Scooter Rider While Taking Selfies
Amber Potter sentenced to three and a half years for causing fatal crash by using her phone while driving.
- Amber Potter, 23, was found guilty of causing the death of 64-year-old David Sinar in a 2021 crash.
- Potter sent 55 messages and took selfies during her journey, despite setting her phone to 'do not disturb' mode.
- Investigators confirmed Potter's lack of braking and use of her phone moments before the collision.
- Potter's actions were condemned as a 'selfish and needless act' by police and the victim's family.
- Potter received an additional 45-month driving ban post-release and must retake her driving test.