Car Thief Busted After High-Speed Chase in Romsey
Police patrolling Romsey spotted a stolen car zooming towards West Wellow on New Year’s Day 2023. Officers sprang into action, setting up a clever trap at Greatbridge service station to stop the driver.
Driver Flees But Gets Caught Hiding in Garden
The stolen vehicle sped along Fishlake Meadows and Robert Whitworth Drive before the driver jumped out and bolted. But officers tracked him down hiding in a nearby garden.
George Peter Berry Jailed for Stealing and Dangerous Driving
29-year-old George Peter Berry from Brockhurst Road, Gosport, was arrested and charged with vehicle theft, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance.
On 3 January at Southampton Magistrates Court, Berry pleaded guilty. He was locked up for 12 weeks, hit with a further 19-month driving ban, and slapped with £85 court costs plus a £154 victim surcharge.
