The Snapchat Speed Videos That Killed Two People — and Just Got a UK Driver More Prison Time | True Crime News
Summary
This episode details the case of Liberty Mitchell, a 21-year-old UK driver who killed two people and injured six others in a high-speed crash. Her own Snapchat videos of reckless driving served as key evidence for her conviction. Although initially sentenced to nearly seven years, an appeal increased her term to nine years and three months under the Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme. The story highlights the dangers of social media-fueled speeding and the legal mechanisms for adjusting sentences.
Topics discussed
Intro and teaser: Liberty Mitchell's fatal crash
The crash details: Victims and the collision
Evidence: Snapchat videos and reckless driving history
Initial sentencing and legal context
Appeal: Sentence increased to 9 years
Broader issue: Social media and distracted driving
Outro and promotion for The First 48
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