A driver has been jailed for 16 months after leading police on a 90mph chase that a judge described as dangerous driving. Kayne Parr, 28, was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court after admitting to the pursuit that ended in a collision with a police vehicle.
Chase began after suspicious spot
Parr was first spotted driving suspiciously on August 14 this year in Whitefield. Officers pulled him over and he confirmed he was previously banned from driving. He was arrested and released on police bail.
At around 12.50pm on September 2, police received information leading to covert officers following a Ford Transit van driven by Parr, bearing a false registration plate. As he travelled along Manchester Road he began to accelerate, leading officers to deploy a stinger which was unsuccessful.
Pursuit reached 90mph
As officers activated their emergency lights and siren, Parr continued towards Hollins, reaching speeds of 60mph. He was seen to go through a red light before accelerating to 70mph. Prosecutor Nick Roxborough told the court: "The pursuit continued right before he turned right, and there was a large smash with a police vehicle, which looked to be a very serious collision."
"The defendant continued on with two cars in convoy, towards the M61. He reached speeds of 90mph and attempted to join the M61 through Junction 2, and swerved and collided with the central reservation." The prosecutor described the roads as 'slick' due to the wet weather.
Apprehended after crash
After crashing into the barrier, Parr managed to climb out of the van and attempted to run away, but was quickly apprehended. Defending, Hayley Parkes said her client had a 'troubling and poor' driving record. The court heard he has 15 previous convictions for 32 offences, most of which were said to be driving offences.
"He is willing and determined to address some mental health issues," she said. "The defendant has kept his head down and had engaged with services whilst in custody."
Judge's sentencing remarks
Jailing Parr, of no fixed abode, Judge Paul Mason said: "It was remarkable nobody else was injured and you didn't suffer serious injury. If that isn't dangerous driving, I don't know what is. You are somebody who is a menace on the road. How nobody else was injured is down to luck and nothing to do with you."
Parr was also handed a four year driving ban, with an extension of 14 months, and must take an extended re-test.
