# Banned Driver Sentenced for Fatal Crash

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-05-12T17:21:28+00:00
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## Resource

5-Year Sentence for Banned Driver Who Killed Bride-to-Be in Ireland: Sean Connaughton, a former firefighter, received a five-year prison sentence for killing Laura Connolly in a van crash. Connaughton, already disqualified from driving, was speeding and ignored warnings before the fatal collision. Lauras family expresses grief and lack of justice, as Connaughtons sentence wont bring her back. The judge considered Connaughtons guilty plea, prompt surrender, and remorse in reducing the sentence. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/426053834d81158e

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