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By the Lincoln Journal Star

Monday, Jun 19, 2006 - 05:36:23 pm CDT

A Lincoln man who had taken a cocktail of drugs and then slammed his vehicle into another motorist’s car was sentenced Monday to three to four years in prison.

Jeremy Forsgren, 29, had taken a mixture of marijuana, Valium, Ecstasy, and LSD before he collided into the rear of a car driven by a 27-year-old man. The man suffered serious head injuries.

Witnesses told police Forsgren was driving around 70 mph as he drove his car north on 10th Street. The collision occurred near Peach Street on Sept. 5. Forsgren reportedly struggled with police at the scene and kicked out a police cruiser window after authorities handcuffed him.

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Lancaster County District Judge Jeffre Cheuvront Monday gave Forsgren credit for 37 days he has already spent in jail.


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Tim wrote on June 20, 2006 10:26 am:
" This man's actions show no regard for the lives and safety of others. He deserves much more than 3 to 4 years in prison. If he had killed someone while he was travelling 70 miles an hour down 10th street he would be facing manslaughter charges. The man he hit should be given an award for public safety. "

 Laura wrote on June 20, 2006 11:45 am:
" I agree with Tim. 3-4 years is nothing for what he did. What is wrong with the justice system in this country??? "

 Crystal wrote on June 20, 2006 12:56 pm:
" People do change. If you had known him maybe you would feel differently. He is deeply sorry for what happened and yes he should be punished. I think his punishment is fair. He has completely turned his life around and has been drug free since everything happened and has gotten in touch with his faith and is asking for forgiveness. "

 PmT wrote on June 20, 2006 2:06 pm:
" I'm Glad to hear he is now drug free and more spiritual. Do you think being locked up in jail has anything to do with his drug free choice or is it just coincidental? (sarcasam) I agree with Tim, his sentence was too short. "

 Erin wrote on June 20, 2006 2:32 pm:
" Getting in touch with your faith just because you caused a tragedy does not mean you have turned your life around. I think it is just a cop out. He is only deeply sorrow that he got caught. "

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