Prestatyn man who said his ‘brakes failed’ appears in court

Nathan Owen, 32, of The Grove, is charged with dangerous driving, causing a public nuisance, and two counts of fraud by false representation. Owen appeared at Liverpool Magistrates Court on Wednesday (August 13) for his first hearing. His case[1] was sent to Liverpool Crown Court, where a plea and trial preparation hearing will take place on Wednesday, September 10.

He was granted unconditional bail until then. On March 6, 2024, Merseyside Police was called to help stop a black Jaguar I-PACE car safely on the eastbound carriageway of the M62. This followed the driver of the vehicle[2] - Owen - reporting to 999 that his vehicle was out of control and he could not brake while travelling on the M58/M57 and M62 motorways.

The incident led to two lanes being shut on the motorway as Owen was escorted by police vehicles until his electric car battery ran out.

References

1. ^ His case (www.rhyljournal.co.uk)
2. ^ This followed the driver of the vehicle (www.rhyljournal.co.uk)