Bothell man sentenced to over 3 years for hit-and-run that killed 2

Alec Gajdos has been sentenced to three years and two months in prison for his role in a tragic hit-and-run accident that killed two pedestrians, Carson Cox and Sara Fox-Heath, in Bothell. The incident took place on February 19, 2021, when Gajdos struck the victims on Highway 524 but did not stop, mistakenly believing he had hit a garbage bin. During the sentencing, his defense attorney requested a first-time offender waiver, highlighting Gajdos's remorse and clean record. However, the prosecution argued that a lighter sentence was inappropriate given the circumstances. Family members of the deceased spoke emotionally at the hearing, sharing memories and expressing their profound grief.

Gajdos learned of the victims' deaths only after law enforcement approached him regarding the damage to his vehicle. Judge Karen Moore rejected the defense's plea for leniency, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime. This case underscores the broader implications of reckless driving and its lasting impact on victims and their families.