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Written by: Sarah Thompson
In a tragic incident near Lancaster, a driver under the influence of cocaine caused a fatal crash that claimed the life of his 14-year-old son. Daniel Burba, 31, from Morecambe, experienced an epileptic fit while driving his wife’s van on the M6. Despite being advised not to drive due to previous seizures caused by cocaine abuse, Burba chose to ignore the warning, resulting in the devastating accident.
Paramedics found a small bag of Class A drugs on Burba at the crash site, highlighting his reckless decision to drive under the influence. The court heard that Burba had been unconscious when his son, Ryan Morgan, tried to take control of the vehicle before it veered off the road and struck a tree. Tragically, Ryan lost his life in the crash, facing unimaginable fear in his final moments.
Blood tests revealed Burba was four times above the legal drug-drive limit, further emphasizing the danger he posed on the road. Despite being cautioned by a doctor to stop using cocaine following a previous seizure, Burba chose to defy medical advice, ultimately leading to the untimely death of his son. Judge Robert Altham condemned Burba’s actions, stating that he knowingly endangered lives by driving without a license and insurance while under the influence of drugs. Ryan’s sister expressed the profound impact of her brother’s loss, describing the irreplaceable void he left in their lives
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