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Mother Fights for Tougher Sentences After Daughter's Tragic Death

3/9/2026

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Sian Morgan campaigns for tougher sentences after her daughter Keely was killed crossing a road in Cardiff in May 2023.
Christopher West received a 16-month sentence and was released after six months.
Her petition for longer sentences has gathered over 10,000 signatures.
The Ministry of Justice acknowledged the tragedy and said sentences are determined by independent judges.
Sian Morgan plans to meet a government minister to press for change.

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Sian Morgan campaigns for tougher sentences after her daughter Keely was killed crossing a road in Cardiff in May 2023.
Christopher West received a 16-month sentence and was released after six months.
Her petition for longer sentences has gathered over 10,000 signatures.
The Ministry of Justice acknowledged the tragedy and said sentences are determined by independent judges.
Sian Morgan plans to meet a government minister to press for change.