In reply to Pids:
I have cycled about 5 hours per week for the last 25 years, including road, MTB, touring, commuting etc.
A real tragedy, and I am not sure that putting the driver in jail would really help. I think our justice system should be more about restoration than retribution or punishment. Maybe something like a long term fine (£100/month for 20 years) that is paid to a cycling charity? Maybe some community service helping to install cycling safety schemes?
As always, the devil is in the detail, and we probably don't have enough to make a judgement.
If a cyclist rides next to the curb, and comes out to pass the car at the last second, then they can be very difficult to see. If you look in the side window attacked to the door then you won't see them approaching, and they can arrive during the opening of the door. I have seen some cyclists ride like this.
I have also seen plenty of car drivers throw doors open without looking, which always annoys me, as I know how risky it is for cyclists.
This is the reason I pass parked cars wide, and come out early to claim the space. Drivers may not like it, but it is the only way to be safe.
Ride safe people!