M27 fatal crash: First photo of Ross Neiland who caused crash

Ross Neiland was travelling at more than 90 miles per hour on the motorway near Southampton in heavy rain when he lost control, crashing into a Nissan Juke which crashed into a lorry driven by Michal Kaminski. The 36-year-old would have died instantly, a pathologist said. The M27 was shut for three days after the crash.

Neiland, 38 from Littlehampton, had been shoplifting in Portsmouth earlier that day, Southampton Crown Court was told. Now, after he was jailed for nine year and nine months on Tuesday, Hampshire Constabulary has released his custody photo. He had pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving, causing death while uninsured, causing death whilst unlicenced and failing to allow a blood specimen, taken while incapable of giving consent, to be analysed.

Phil Hanham QPM, lead investigating officer for this case, said: "Michal was innocently going about his daily work when his life was cruelly cut short that day by the selfish actions of another driver. "The dash cam footage of Neiland speeding, despite the heavy rain, is extremely shocking to view. He clearly had absolutely no regard for the safety of himself, his passengers and other road users.

"I would like to pay tribute to the family and friends of Michal who have remained so dignified throughout the investigation and court proceedings. "These scenes are incredibly difficult and upsetting for the members of the emergency services that are called to them while doing their jobs. The motorists who were nearby when the collision happened were extremely patient and understanding and I want to thank the public for their support during the two days it took to get the carriageway back open.

"I would also like to thank all the staff from all the emergency services and partners who worked so closely to bring this complex investigation to a close.

In particular I must thank DC Ian Stevens and PC Rob Giles for their excellent investigation and case presentation, which left Neiland with no other option than to plead guilty to all offences.

"This case highlights that driving dangerously on our roads has terrible consequences that may lead to someone's death, and you being sent to prison for many years."