I think it's sad. It's still someone's son, friend, brother, etc, etc. Tragic because of how sudden and unexpected it was. If that was someone I know I would be devastated.
being in a car accident recently myself (for which I blame myself, because I was speeding), I sympathise with this tragedy but at the same time know that they're the ones to blame for it.
Maybe this will serve some kinda lesson to people.