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Suspended Sentence for 24-Year-Old Drug Driver After High-Speed Chase

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Murad Mohammed, 24, was given a suspended sentence for driving at speeds of up to 90mph while over the limit for cannabis after a high-speed chase along the A6 near Preston. The driver, who had a history of drug driving convictions, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and possessing cannabis. Mohammed's car was seen speeding along the A6 in September 2023, overtaking vehicles on bends and at a blind bridge. The chase ended when Mohammed abandoned his car on a housing estate and fled across train tracks and fields before being caught. The court was told that Mohammed had been a cannabis addict for many years and was trying to get off the drug.

Key Takeaways:

  • Murad Mohammed, 24, received a suspended sentence for driving at speeds of up to 90mph while over the limit for cannabis.
  • Mohammed pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and possessing cannabis.
  • The high-speed chase occurred on the A6 near Preston in September 2023, with Mohammed's car overtaking vehicles on bends and at a blind bridge.
  • Mohammed abandoned his car on a housing estate and fled across train tracks and fields before being caught.
  • Mohammed had a history of drug driving convictions, having been previously banned from driving until 2028.
  • Counsel for Mohammed stated that he admitted "low level" dealing to his friends and was trying to get off the cannabis addiction.
  • The court was criticized for taking 16 months to charge Mohammed, with Judge Richard Gioserano expressing frustration at the delay.

Statistics:

  • Speeds reached during the chase: up to 90mph.
  • Number of years Mohammed was banned from driving: 8 (until 2028, plus an additional 2 years from the current sentence).
  • Jurisdiction: Preston Crown Court.
  • Date of offense: September 2023.
  • Age of the defendant: 24.
  • Unpaid work hours: 150.

Sources:

  • Preston Crown Court
  • Lancashire Evening Post
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