Sentence
James Ward
James Ward (aged 27) was sentenced at Preston (Sessions House) on 6 March 2026 to 13 Years for Manslaughter and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Preston (Sessions House)
- Sentenced
- 6 March 2026
- Sentence
- 13 Years
- Judge
- Judge Graham Knowles KC DL
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Manslaughter | Custodial immediate |
| Causing death by driving when uninsured or without a licence |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of manslaughter in Blackburn, Lancashire, on 25 December 2024.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Vehicle used as weapon