A Fort Dodge man was sentenced Monday to 15 years in prison on chages of vehicular homicide for the death of a Fort Dodge woman in November, 2008. Police reports indicate that the man was speeding when he lost control of his truck, which careened down an embankment after swerving off the road. The woman, who was sitting in the passenger seat, was thrown from the truck. In addition, two other passengers were injured.

According to authorities, the driver was drinking prior to the accident.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a vehicular accident or been the victim of a negligent or drunk driver, contact the Cedar Rapids personal injury attorney Pete Leehey of the Pete Leehey Law Firm, P.C., at 319-294-4424.