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flag Jaiken Fitzpatrick, 41, sentenced to 2 years 3 months for father's manslaughter in 2023 car struggle, released immediately on parole.

flag Jaiken Richard Fitzpatrick, 41, was sentenced to two years and three months in prison for the manslaughter of his father, Kenneth Fitzpatrick, 69, in Berowra Heights, NSW, on September 7, 2023, after pleading guilty. flag The death occurred during a struggle over a car, with Kenneth dying from exertion due to his underlying health conditions, including prostate cancer and recent heart surgery. flag The court heard Jaiken, who had severe mental health issues and substance use, was under the influence and acting impulsively. flag The charge was downgraded from murder. flag Due to time already served, he was immediately released on parole, with his sentence ending in May 2027. flag The judge acknowledged the family’s grief and Jaiken’s remorse and rehabilitation efforts. flag Support services are available for those affected by mental health or domestic crises.

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