Driver sentenced to four years for fatal crash while racing in Manchester

Adam Ali, 20, was sentenced to four years in prison for causing the death of 16-year-old Ben Burbidge in a crash while speeding at nearly 70 mph in a 30 mph zone. The incident occurred in Audenshaw, Manchester, on October 15, 2022. Ali was racing with friends and lost control of his car, hitting a lamppost. Burbidge died from his injuries, while another passenger suffered serious injuries. Ali had recently passed his driving test and was awaiting a speed awareness course. Despite his remorse, the judge questioned Ali's sincerity, noting his continued reckless driving after the crash. Ali had been caught speeding again and was banned from driving multiple times before his sentencing.