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Story summary
- James O'Donnell, 35, was sentenced to 11 years and eight months for killing Keith Hornby, 63, in Huyton, Merseyside, on March 5, 2025.
- O'Donnell drove 63 mph in a 30 mph zone, struck Hornby, and fled to buy more alcohol.
- He was arrested shortly after, visibly intoxicated.
- Hornby died at the scene.
- Detective Sergeant Andy Roper said O'Donnell showed no remorse and noted Hornby's role as a primary caregiver.
