Former England international Raheem Sterling was detaiend on Thursday morning following a high-speed incident on the M3 motorway. The 31-year-old's Lamborghini Urus V8 reportedly collided with a barrier near the Minley Interchange in Hampshire.

The M3 collision that sent tires four feet into the air

Witnesses described a chaotic scene on the M3 southbound as Sterling’s vehicle allegedly zig-zagged through lanes. According to reports from The Sun, a van driver observed the Lamborghini swerving erratically, nearly striking the hard shoulder before hitting a barrier. The impact was so severe that the vehicle's wheels were reportedly lifted four feet into the air, causing the car to spin 180 degrees.

The motorist, who witnessed the event, noted that Sterling appeared not to hear repeated warnings from other drivers. The driver of the van reported that the swerving was so intense that four or five other vehicles were forced to pull over to avoid a collision. the witness described the driver as a "young guy with a vest on" who seemed unaware of the danger posed to oncoming traffic on the slip road.

Four specific suspicions facing the former Chelsea star

Hampshire Police confirmed the arrest of the 31-year-old Berkshire resident following the 9 a.m. collision. As reported by the authorities, Sterling faces several legal challenges, including driving dangerously and being unfit to drive due to drugs. Additionally, police are investigating the possession of a Class C drug and a failure to provide a specimen.

While the collision itself resulted in no reported injuries to other motorists, the legal implications for the former footballer are significant. Sterling has been released on bail while police continue their enquiries into the circumstances of the crash and the substances involved.

From Manchester City trophies to a struggling stint at Feyenoord

This incident occurs against a backdrop of a rapidly deteriorating professional career. Sterling, who won ten major trophies during his tenure at Manchester City, has struggled to find form since his £50 million move to Chelsea in 2022.. After a difficult period at Stamford Bridge—which included being excluded from the first team for six months—and a loan spell at Arsenal, he joined Feyenoord in February 2025.

His time in the Netherlands has been equally difficult, with Sterling managing only eight appearances without scoring a single goal before the season ended. A source close to the player told Daily Mail Sport that the "immeasurable" psychological strain and the constant mockery from critics have left him feeling isolated . This recent motorway incident appears to be a physical manifestation of the professional and personal instability he has faced over the last two years.

What remains unverified about the Class C drug claim?

While the police have listed the suspicion of possessing a Class C drug, the specific nature of the substance has not been disclosed to the public. Furthermore, the exact circumstances surrounding the reported failure to provide a specimen remain unverified. It is also currently unknown whether the "unfit through drugs" suspicion will be substantiated by upcoming toxicology reports or if the charges will be amended as the investigation progresses. Sterling's representatives have declined to comment on these specific allegations.