The disqualified driver of Telford jailed after leading the police in a dangerous persecution of 80 mph by residential area

Joshua New, 29, from Crown Street in DawleyHe caught the attention of the officers around 12.10 on Tuesday, February 25, while driving a white Nissan Juke in Dawley.

The officers followed the vehicle, but went out, reaching speeds between 60 mph and 80 mph in an area of ​​30, refusing to stop.

After a chase from the officers, the driver left the vehicle in Chiltern Gardens in Dawley, before running Dawley High Street on foot.

The officers could not locate the driver, but after the number of consultations, they could quickly identify as the driver and arrest him later that day.

New was accused of driving a vehicle dangerously, two driving positions while they disqualify, two driving charges without insurance and do not stop for the police.

He was arrested in custody and appeared in Kidderminster magistrates court Yesterday – Wednesday, February 26, where he declared himself guilty of the six positions.

New received a custody sentence of 12 months and a driving prohibition of three years and five months.

You will also be asked to resume your driving exam once the prohibition of driving has finished.

PC Jack Jackson, of the Force Operations Police Unit, said: “New driving on Tuesday was extremely dangerous, especially when considering that the high speeds reached in such a residential part of Telford.

“New was aware that he was driving while he was disqualified and his willingness to participate in such risks to evade capture is something that caused us a great concern.

“This was a team effort and if it were not for the commitment of all team members, we could not have achieved such a result in such a short time.

“I hope that yesterday’s prayer serves as a warning that we will work tirelessly to ensure that anyone who does not meet the requirements of the law and/or place others in danger in doing so is presented to the courts.

“New’s actions that night could have had tragic consequences given the lack of care for the security of others and of himself.

“I am grateful that the judge has clearly recognized our concerns and delivered an appropriate sentence.”