Man Sentenced to 10.5 Years for Fatal Meth-Driven Crash
Shannon Cox, a 32-year-old man, has been sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison for causing a fatal car crash while under the influence of methamphetamine. The incident took the lives of Thelma Clausen and Coral Seinor.
Cox admitted to unlawfully killing the two women and will be disqualified from driving for 4 years post-release. Tests revealed methamphetamine in his system following the crash. His use of the drug had escalated significantly in the 18 months leading up to the incident.
Cox was previously on a community-based order for drug-related charges. Suzanne Seinor, Coral's mother, addressed Cox in court, stating that his decision to drive while under the influence of drugs resulted in the loss of two lives. Cox will be eligible for parole after serving 8 years and 6 months. Cox's history with methamphetamine dates back to his teenage years, with him starting its use at the age of 13. Leanne, Thelma's daughter, expressed frustration at Cox's lack of remorse.
Cox's actions have left two families grieving. His decision to drive while under the influence of drugs has severe consequences, resulting in a lengthy prison sentence. The community hopes that this serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence.
