British backpacker on e-scooter given four years’ jail for Western Australia crash death
The Guardian • 12/12/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Alicia Kemp, a 25-year-old British backpacker, has been sentenced to four years in prison for dangerous driving causing the death of Thanh Phan, 51, while riding an e-scooter in Perth, Australia, while over the legal blood alcohol limit, according to The Guardian. Kemp pleaded guilty to the charges in Perth district court.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
35 days
8
Velocity (0-40)
2 sources (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
3
Breadth (0-15)
2 unique
Total Score54/100
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AnalysisRisk 20
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 2 sources
Age: 35 days - proven survivor
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