Man jailed for 15 years after fatal Ipswich collision

The big picture: Ashman was driving around 60mph in a 30mph zone when he struck Wright's bicycle. He fled the scene, attempted to cover his tracks, and was found hiding behind a garden shed.

Key details:

• The collision occurred on Vernon Street, Ipswich, involving Ashman's Audi S3, a Volkswagen Golf, and a Skoda Fabia.

• Ashman was using a hands-free phone at the time of the crash.

• He offered £40 to a cyclist for their bike to escape the scene.

• Ashman fabricated a story about his car being stolen at knifepoint.

What they're saying: Detective Inspector David McCormack said, "Ashman's actions that evening were dangerous and reckless, and he showed absolutely no regard for the law or other road users – travelling at almost double the 30mph speed limit."

Sentencing details: Ashman received a total prison sentence of 15 years, with 14 years for causing death by dangerous driving and an additional year for drug supply offences.

The court also imposed an 18-year driving ban, requiring Ashman to pass an extended retest before getting behind the wheel again.

As part of the investigation, police seized £5,000 in cash found during a search of the property where Ashman was arrested.

Alfie Hedges, 27, received a suspended sentence for drug supply offences related to the case.