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Two Drivers Banned After Racing at Over 130mph on A23
Two drivers were banned from driving after being caught speeding over 130mph on the A23.
Eris Shala and Ali Marzouq engaged in a high-speed race along the northbound section near Handcross.
The duo was intercepted by PC Mark Fox and PC Claire Harrison of the Dogs Unit, patrolling in an unmarked vehicle.
Speeding remains a leading cause of fatal and severe injuries on the roads.
Both individuals were convicted of dangerous driving at Crawley Magistrates’ Court.
The incident, involving reports of racing on the A23 on April 28 last year, saw PCs Fox and Harrison in pursuit, eventually catching up with the racing cars, identified as a BMW driven by Shala, 22, from Havestock Road, Camden, and a Toyota Supra driven by Marzouq, 23, from The Meadow Way, Harrow.
During the January 10 court session, Shala received an 18-month driving disqualification, 300 hours of community service, five mandatory rehabilitation sessions, and was ordered to pay £375 in court fees plus a £114 surcharge.
Marzouq faced similar consequences, with an 18-month disqualification, 250 hours of community service, 20 rehabilitation sessions, and identical financial penalties.
Superintendent Rachel Glenton, Head of Roads Policing for Sussex Police, said: “This was a shocking example of dangerous driving.
“The officers in the unmarked patrol car reached 130mph and were not able to catch up with them while they raced on the three-lane carriageway.
“Fortunately, the officers were able to stop both vehicles before they reached roadworks which removed two lanes on the carriageway.
“The defendants’ reckless driving put their own safety and the safety of other road users at risk. We know that one in three collisions in Sussex are caused as a result of speeding motorists.
“We are pleased that two dangerous drivers have been taken off our roads.”
Sergeant Matt Songhurst from the Dogs Unit said: “This case demonstrated the professionalism of our officers, who are not only highly-trained dog handlers, but also ready to assist colleagues across the force.”
Read more on www.Sussex.News
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Former EastEnders Star Kara Tointon Injured While Filming Stunt for TV Drama
Former EastEnders star Kara Tointon has been left seriously injured after performing a stunt on her most recent TV project.
The actor, who is well-known for playing Dawn Swann on the BBC soap opera, revealed that she tore a ligament while filming for Channel 5 drama Too Good To Be True.
She said: “The irony is that I love stunt work and wish over the years I had done more of it because I’m a trained gymnast.”
Speaking with OK! magazine, she added: “But this one ended very badly. My knee buckled and I fell down in real pain. I’d torn the ACL – a ligament that helps connect the thigh bone to the shinbone – and was struggling to walk for the final two weeks.
“I couldn’t even dance at the show’s wrap party. Although I gave it a go!”
Kara starred in EastEnders for four years, acting on the BBC show from 2005 to 2009.
EastEnders star Kara Tointon reveals if she will ever return to the BBC soap
The actor played a key role in several major storylines such as when she was taken prisoner by Dr May Wright and Rob Minter.
Since exiting the show, she has starred in a number of other programmes such as Mr Selfridge, Bedlam and The Halcyon.
In 2010, she competed in the eighth series of Strictly Come Dancing, going on to be crowned champion.
Revealing to fans if they can expect her to return to Albert Square, she told The Sun newspaper: “Every year I get asked about it.
“It’s the thing I’m most known for, that I was most watched in, but I really enjoy doing lots of other things so I can’t see it, no.”
EastEnders and Too Good To Be True air on BBC One and Channel 5.
Renewed Appeal for Witnesses After Police Chase Ends in Four Arrests
Authorities are calling for additional witnesses after a car chase led to the arrest of four individuals.
The incident began around 6pm on Saturday, January 27, when law enforcement noticed a vehicle of interest on the A23 southbound near Pyecombe.
A blue Ford Focus did not comply with a police stop request and was chased onto the A27 eastbound. Here, it was involved in a slight collision near the Ashcombe Roundabout, situated between Falmer and Lewes.
Following the crash, the car’s occupants fled but were soon apprehended by police on the ground, with support from the National Police Air Service helicopter.
Officials are requesting that anyone who witnessed the event or has video from dash cams, CCTV, or mobile phones to come forward. This request includes any footage showing the vehicle on the A23 or A27 before the accident.
Information can be submitted online or by calling 101, referencing case number 963 of 27/01.
Arrested were:
A 30-year-old man from Hastings, on charges of dangerous driving, failure to stop for police, and possession of a firearm intending to incite fear. He has been released on bail until April 28, awaiting further investigation. A 21-year-old man from Hastings, facing similar charges of dangerous driving, failure to stop for police, and unlawful possession of a firearm. His bail is set until April 20, pending more inquiries. Another 21-year-old man from Battle was apprehended for vehicle theft, firearm possession with intent to cause fear, and failure to stop for police. He also has been bailed until April 20, for ongoing investigation. A 25-year-old Hastings man was arrested under suspicion of failing to stop for police, possessing a firearm without a certificate, aggravated vehicle taking, and dangerous driving. He awaits further inquiry on bail until April 20. Read more on www.Sussex.News
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