A 22-year-old man, Conrad Tonkinson, fled a moving vehicle during a police chase in Nottinghamshire after being caught speeding on Tuesday afternoon.

Dangerous Driving Incident

Conrad Tonkinson admitted to dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance and has been remanded in custody. The incident began when Tonkinson was observed exceeding the speed limit in a 30mph zone in a residential area.

High-Speed Pursuit

Police initiated a chase, tracking his blue Nissan Qashqai as he drove through Ollerton and Boughton, Nottinghamshire, around 1:35 PM. Dashcam footage shows Tonkinson accelerating towards a dead end on Bentinck Close.

Dramatic Escape Attempt

In a shocking move, Tonkinson ejected himself from the moving car, estimated to be traveling at approximately 50mph, moments before it collided with a fence. He then attempted to escape on foot, but officers from the Roads Policing Unit quickly apprehended him.

Guilty Plea and Custody

Tonkinson admitted guilt to dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance. He has been remanded in custody, awaiting sentencing at Nottingham Crown Court on May 13th.

Police Statement

Detective Sergeant Paul Clark of Nottinghamshire Police described Tonkinson’s actions as “extremely poor,” emphasizing the significant risk he posed to other road users. He stated Tonkinson’s decision to abandon the vehicle while in motion demonstrated a profound disregard for property and human life.

Detective Sergeant Clark also praised the “excellent standards” displayed by the Roads Policing Unit officers, highlighting their skills and swift response in preventing injuries and detaining Tonkinson.