Unlicensed driver avoids criminal record for high risk north Nanaimo crash

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A tow truck eventually hoisted the car onto Hammond Bay Rd. after crashing through a backyard fence below. (Image Credit: Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)

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“The Mustang approached from behind and entered the other lane in attempt to pass him, there was oncoming traffic.”

With eastbound traffic fast-approaching, Singh lost control of his car on the wet road while trying to avoid a collision, barreled down a short embankment and into a backyard.

There were no injuries, with court told Singh identified himself to on-scene Nanaimo Fire Rescue members.

Singh works two jobs in Nanaimo and sends money home to India, court was told during a Monday, Sept. 28 sentencing hearing.

His personal circumstances, including no prior criminal record, was referenced by Mascolo as factors in allowing Singh to avoid the more serious Criminal Code of Canada charge of dangerous driving.

Singh was fined $1,500 and ordered to pay a $225 victim surcharge, with one year to pay both fines.

Daniel Song, Singh’s attorney, spoke to the importance of Singh not being convicted criminally. “Avoiding a criminal code conviction is significantly important to my client as it would have severe applications for his immigration status.”

Singh declined to address the court.

Judge Christine Proteau acknowledged the favourable outcome for Singh.

“You’re not likely to get this kind of break in the the future,” she said.

Singh’s car ended up in the backyard of a Leslie Cres. property. (Image Credit: Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)

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