Young driver detained for causing police pile-up during first date
Published: 6/2/2025

Personal trainer sentenced to young offender institution for causing police pile-up during first date. 20-year-old Mazyar Azarbonyad crashed into five police cars, injuring seven officers, after fleeing from police at 120 mph. Azarbonyad, who admitted dangerous driving, was sentenced to 14 months, banned from driving for three years, and faces further charges. The incident occurred near Newcastle on April 9, leading to a 13-hour closure of the A1.