Burglar jailed after 120mph chase in stolen Mercedes

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 18:27 · Archive

Michael Bishop was sentenced to 30 months in prison for burglary and dangerous driving following a high-speed pursuit.

Michael Bishop, 23, of Stable Mews, Redcar, was sentenced to 30 months in prison at Teesside Crown Court after admitting burglary, car theft, dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, and drug possession offences.

Bishop and an accomplice burgled a Middlesbrough house in the early hours, covering their faces. Bishop was identified by his jacket and trainers. He then stole a Mercedes E350 and drove it on the A66, where police spotted the vehicle and initiated a pursuit. During the chase, the car reached speeds in excess of 120mph in a 40mph limit, weaving across lanes and causing other vehicles to move out of the way. A police stinger was deployed, but Bishop continued at speed along the A66 before heading south on the A19 despite having two flat tyres.

Two police cars boxed Bishop in, but he drove into one before attempting to escape on foot. Police used a drone to locate him. Bishop was found in possession of Class A and C drugs and refused to provide a sample for analysis. Judge Richard Clews also banned him from driving for four years and six months, stating that burglary of a house at night when occupants are sleeping is always serious as it causes significant anxiety and upset.

How it is being reported

• Burglar jailed after 120mph chase in stolen Mercedes despite flat tyresRedcar burglar Michael Bishop jailed for 30 months after stealing a Mercedes and driving at 120mph on the A66 before a police Stinger helped end the chase.Darlington & Stockton Times · 3 Nov, 18:00
• North East burglar jailed after 120mph chase in stolen Mercedes despite flat tyresRedcar burglar Michael Bishop jailed for 30 months after stealing a Mercedes and driving at 120mph on the A66 before a police Stinger helped end the chase.The Northern Echo · 3 Nov, 17:30

In this story: Michael Bishop · Middlesbrough · Redcar · Teesside Crown Court

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