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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Annabel Bate

Drug dealer caught after losing control of e-scooter on busy road

  • Graham McCarthy, 43, was involved in a 10-minute police chase in Nottingham while riding an illegal electric scooter.
  • McCarthy, who was believed to have links to drug supply, refused to stop for officers and dangerously weaved through traffic and pedestrians.
  • The pursuit ended when he lost control of the e-scooter, travelling at over 20mph, while attempting to pass a bus.
  • He pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, driving without insurance, driving without a licence, criminal damage, and possessing Class B drugs with intent to supply.
  • McCarthy was sentenced to 75 weeks in jail and disqualified from driving for 19 months.

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