Who was Keilan Roberts and what did he do?

Keilan Roberts was a driver who killed 17-year-old Chloe Hayman while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, later drinking beer after the fatal crash.

When and where did the fatal crash involving Keilan Roberts occur?

The fatal crash occurred in Fochriw, South Wales, in the early hours of July 24, 2022.

What was the sentence given to Keilan Roberts for causing Chloe Hayman's death?

Keilan Roberts was sentenced to five years and three months in prison and banned from driving for over 12 years.

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Bodycam: Killer Driver Sips Beer After Fatal Crash

3 Feb

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Summary

Roberts drove under influence of drugs and alcohol.
He killed 17-year-old Chloe Hayman in a car crash.
Roberts drank beer moments after the fatal collision.

Bodycam: Killer Driver Sips Beer After Fatal Crash

Keilan Roberts, then 21, was driving under the influence of cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy, and alcohol when his vehicle crashed, resulting in the death of his passenger, 17-year-old Chloe Hayman. The fatal collision occurred in Fochriw, South Wales, during the early hours of July 24, 2022.

Roberts had been at a nightclub with Chloe. He altered plans to drive her home, instead taking her to his parked car. His friends, concerned about his state, followed at a distance as he drove. The car, found to have defective tyres, lost control and collided with railings.

Bodycam footage captured minutes after the crash shows Roberts holding a bottle of beer. He admitted to drinking it, claiming it was to "take the edge off," though a judge suggested it was to frustrate police inquiries. Roberts later failed a breathalyser test.