The Kent Police recently apprehended a 26-year-old offender, Jordan McGrath-Culstock, who was leading a high-speed pursuit through country lanes at speeds of up to 85mph to evade arrest.
According to reports, McGrath-Culstock was driving a vehicle with no tax or valid MOT, and it was registered in his name. Despite being disqualified from driving, he failed to stop for patrol officers, prompting a pursuit with the assistance of the National Police Air Service.
During the chase, McGrath-Culstock refused to relinquish his vape, even when ordered to do so by police officers. This behavior highlighted his disregard for the restrictions placed upon him as a sex offender, including a Sexual Harm Prevention Order that prohibits him from possessing a phone without notifying the authorities.
A phone recovered by police during the incident suggests that McGrath-Culstock had been in breach of this order. He was later charged with dangerous driving, failing to comply with sex offenders register requirements, and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
McGrath-Culstock pleaded guilty to these charges and was sentenced to over two years in prison at Maidstone Crown Court. Police staff investigator Natalie Armstrong expressed relief that the offender is back behind bars, stating that he showed a "complete disregard" for the restrictions in place and prioritized his vape over the potential consequences of his driving.
McGrath-Culstock's sentencing marks a significant turn of events, given that he was released from prison less than six months prior. His case serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to the restrictions placed upon sex offenders, and the consequences of failing to do so.
