A DRUG driver who drove on the wrong side of the road, killing a dad-of-four in a head-on collision, has today been jailed.

George Thompson, 36, failed to return to his lane after an overtake on the A6055 at Leeming Bar.

Drug tests later showed he had illegal levels of cannabis in his system.

He hit an oncoming vehicle driven by military serviceman Richard Blain.

Mr Blain, who was 37 and lived near Thirsk, suffered extremely serious injuries and died the same day.

He left behind a wife and four young children.

Thompson's four passengers also suffered broken bones due to the impact.

A judge jailed Thompson, of Sprotbrough near Doncaster, for three-and-a-half years today for causing death by careless driving while over the prescribed limit.

After the hearing, Mr Blain's family said: "Richard was a wonderful Daddy, a loving husband, treasured son and brother. His loss to his family, friends and colleagues will always be felt deeply and his memory will cherished dearly by all." Traffic Constable Gemma Brett added: “This devastating collision has had horrendous consequences for so many innocent people. “My deepest condolences go out to Mr Blain’s family, who have had their lives shattered by the staggering selfishness of George Thompson."