Derby Driver Jailed for Over Two Years After Gambling on Phone Causes Crash That Forces Pregnant Woman Into Emergency C-Section
DERBY, ENGLAND — A 30-year-old man has been sentenced to more than two years in prison after gambling on his mobile phone while driving and crashing into a vehicle carrying a pregnant woman and her family, forcing her into an emergency Caesarean section and leaving her premature baby in intensive care.
Jack Bentley was arrested following the collision, which left multiple victims injured and triggered a medical emergency that dramatically altered one family’s life.
Crash Caused by Phone Gambling
Authorities said Bentley was gambling on his phone while behind the wheel when he collided with the pregnant woman’s car.
The crash injured the woman, her two children who were also in the vehicle, and the family’s pet dog.
The collision was serious enough to cause devastating medical consequences for the expectant mother.
Emergency Surgery and Weeks in Intensive Care
The pregnant woman suffered a fractured pelvis in the crash and was rushed for emergency medical treatment.
She underwent an emergency Caesarean section as a result of the trauma. Her baby was born prematurely and required intensive care for several weeks.
According to reports, the mother also suffered two collapsed lungs following the incident, compounding the severity of her injuries.
Medical professionals indicated that the injuries and premature birth were directly linked to the force of the crash.
Children and Family Dog Also Injured
The two children inside the vehicle were also hurt in the collision. Additionally, the family’s dog required emergency surgery due to injuries sustained in the crash.
The incident highlighted the far-reaching consequences of distracted driving, affecting not just one victim but an entire family.
Police Condemn Driver’s Actions
Constable Richard Morris strongly criticized Bentley’s conduct, stating that his actions caused a woman to give birth prematurely and left a newborn fighting in intensive care during the earliest weeks of life.
Authorities emphasized that using a phone while driving — especially for non-essential activities like gambling — creates extreme risk on the road.
Sentence Handed Down
Bentley was sentenced to over two years in prison for his role in the crash.
Officials say the case serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of distracted driving and the irreversible harm it can cause in just seconds.
The woman and her child endured weeks of recovery, while the emotional and physical toll on the family continues beyond the courtroom outcome.
Distracted driving incidents continue to raise serious safety concerns worldwide.
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