Driver that caused death of Australian pro Jason Lowndes will not face jail

Billie Rodda pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving

(Image credit: Yuzuru SUNADA)

A driver that caused the death of Australian pro racer Jason Lowndes will not face jail after pleading guilty.

Lowndes was on a training ride in southern Australia in December 2017 when he was hit by a car being driven by Billie Rodda, and the 23-year-old died during surgery that afternoon.

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Alex Ballinger