Alexander Paynter Death: A man has been incarcerated for his role in a fatal head-on collision that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist who was attempting to overtake a van. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 8, David Taylor, 58, was operating a grey BMW X1 along Forty Foot Bank in Ramsey, travelling toward Chatteris. He attempted to execute the manoeuvre. Near the intersection with Benwick Road, Taylor collided with a red Moto Morini motorcycle driven by Alexander Paynter, 25, in a head-on collision. Mr. Paynter, a resident of Ramsey Forty Foot’s Blacksmith’s Close, was declared deceased at the scene. Taylor was apprehended while remaining at the location.
He stated in an interview that the motorcycle “just appeared” and that he initially observed it when it collided with his car. Taylor, of Mallard Close, Chatteris, was sentenced to three years and six months in prison on Wednesday (23 October) at Peterborough Crown Court. He had previously entered a plea of guilty to causing death by hazardous driving. Additionally, he was prohibited from operating a motor vehicle for a period of six years and eight months. Detective Sergeant Craig Wheeler stated, “This was an entirely preventable collision that would not have occurred had Taylor adhered to the road conditions.” “He elected to execute an overtake that was entirely unnecessary and perilous, which tragically led to Alexander’s death.”
“Alexander was unable to prevent this collision while innocently riding home to his family from his place of employment.” “I am thinking of Alexander’s friends and family. Although no sentence will ever be able to make up for Alexander’s death, I hope that the sentence will provide the family with some sense of closure.” In a statement, Alexander Paynter’s family stated, “The sentencing concludes the legal process; however, no sentence will ever compensate for Alexander’s death.”Winnie, his daughter, has lost her father, and his family has lost a brother and son.
“Alexander was loved by all his friends, colleagues and anybody who met him.”He possessed a distinctive perspective on life and a highly unconventional sense of humour. “Those who encountered him for the first time frequently found themselves perplexed by the events that transpired.” He was a genuine individual. “You never really knew what would come next, given his passion for whiskies, dogs, hair colours, motorcycles, and outrageous fashion.” “We would like to thank all his friends, colleagues and the local community for all their kindness and support.”
