Driver Caught 79 Times Over Drug Limit Causes M3 Crash
Lee Ainsworth, 34, from Alton, pled guilty after smashing into a Jaguar on the M3 while massively over the legal drug limit. The shocking crash happened near junction 6 at 3.45pm on April 28.
Massive Drug Overdose Behind the Wheel
Toxicology tests revealed Ainsworth’s drug level was a staggering 79 times above the legal limit for Benzoylecgonine, a cocaine byproduct. Police called it one of the highest drug readings they’ve ever seen.
Crash Injures Passenger, Others Hurt Too
The Ford Focus driver’s passenger suffered facial injuries and was hospitalised. The Jaguar’s driver and passenger escaped with minor injuries.
Judge Slaps 3-Year Ban and Community Order
Ainsworth was hit with a 12-month community order, three-year driving disqualification, 180 hours of unpaid work, and £170 in fines and victim surcharges.
Police Warn: Drug Driving Risks Lives
“By getting behind the wheel that day, knowing how much he had taken, he showed total disregard for the lives of others and it is sheer luck no one was seriously hurt,” said Christopher Pike from the Roads Policing Unit.
“This is one of the highest readings the force has ever come across. We want this to send a strong message – drug driving is NEVER worth the risk.”
