Jan 08, 2015 - GUILTY PLEA IN DRUNK DRIVING CRASH THAT KILLED FRANCIS PESA
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An emotional day in a Calgary courtroom as family members and friends of Francis Pesa gave victim impact statements in the sentencing hearing for the drunk driver who killed the 20-year-old.
Kulwinder Singh Chohan pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death, following the New Year’s Day 2014 crash on Metis Trail.
Court heard Chohan’s blood-alcohol level was between .17 and .21 at the time of the crash. A bottle of whiskey and an empty glass were found in the cab of his truck.
Pesa’s mother, Grace, says she was handed a life sentence when her son died.
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Outside court, Pesa’s brother Hervin says they were all forced to edit what they wanted to say in court and says the justice system has to do a better job recognizing victims, saying he just hopes “the victims’ rights become more prevalent, we become more important.”
Pesa’s friend Lian Tolentino joined a number of other friends outside court prior to the start of the proceedings, rallying for more stronger sentences for impaired driving related offenses.
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She says her family and friends have come together in a time of tragedy, “just like what Francis would want.”
The crown and defense have entered a joint submission of three years in jail with a five year driving prohibition.
A date for sentencing will be set on Monday.
Source: News Talk 770
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