Suspected Burglar Busted After High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash
Police Chase Ends in Collision Near Swanley
A suspected burglar has been hit with a string of charges after a dramatic police chase ended in a crash between a car and a motorcycle near Swanley. The chaos unfolded on 25th February 2024 when officers spotted a blue Toyota allegedly tied to multiple break-ins and vehicle thefts across West Kent and Surrey.
Refusing to stop, the driver led police on a high-speed pursuit that ended in a collision on Green Court Road, Crockenhill.
Motorcyclist and Passenger Seriously Injured
The smash left both the motorcyclist and the pillion passenger with serious injuries. The driver of the Toyota then fled the scene on foot, evading officers’ attempts to catch him immediately after the crash.
Suspect Nabbed and Slapped with Multiple Charges
Fast forward to 5th March, Chad Goodall, 43, homeless and on the run, was finally caught in Peckham. He now faces a raft of serious charges including:
- Two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving
- Two counts of criminal damage
- Conspiring to steal a motor vehicle
- Conspiring to commit burglary
- Dangerous driving
Goodall Remanded Ahead of Crown Court Hearing
On 7th March, Goodall appeared at Medway Magistrates’ Court where he was remanded in custody. He is due to face Maidstone Crown Court on 5th April for a full hearing.
