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SIX-YEAR SENTENCE AFTER FATAL GREAT YARMOUTH SEAFRONT COLLISION

Zack Garrido admitted causing death by dangerous driving after pedestrian Paul Leavy was killed on South Beach Parade.

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Police photograph of Zack Garrido
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THE COURT RESULT

Garrido, of Burgh Castle, received six years in prison after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.

WHAT HAPPENED

His Tesla Model 3 struck Leavy as he crossed South Beach Parade at approximately 9.45pm on 27 August 2024. Leavy died at the scene.

THE EVIDENCE AND IMPACT

Police investigators found that speeds had reached 80mph on the 30mph road. Statements from Leavy’s family described the continuing impact of his death.

THE TIMELINE

  1. 2024-08-27 approximately 21:45

    Fatal collision

  2. 2026-09-28

    Sentencing

OFFICIAL POLICE REPORT

Report published by Norfolk Police on 28 September 2026.

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