Michael Chiedu Nwanze

Michael Chiedu Nwanze, 23, was sentenced to 13 months in prison at Northampton Crown Court on June 1, 2026, after pleading guilty to charges of dangerous driving, driving with no insurance, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence, and failing to stop for police.

The offences occurred on March 10, 2026, when Nwanze was signalled to stop in Abington Square, Northampton, due to his vehicle having no insurance. Instead of complying, Nwanze initiated a police pursuit through several streets and onto the A45. During the incident, he travelled at excessive speeds, reaching 70mph in 40mph zones and over 100mph on the dual carriageway. He also drove through multiple red lights and collided with other vehicles near the Wilby Way roundabout while attempting to evade officers.

Nwanze was eventually brought to a stop when his vehicle was boxed in by police. He entered guilty pleas at Northampton Crown Court in April 2026 before receiving his custodial sentence in June.