Driver who seriously injured couple and their dog in dangerous overtaking move jailed
A driver who seriously injured a couple and their dog when he carried out a dangerous overtaking move has been jailed for nearly seven years.
Mohammed Ali was driving a black Volkswagen eastbound on the A1035 near Hull Bridge at Tickton at around 9am on February 13, 2025, when he crashed head-on with a blue Suzuki travelling westbound.
Inside the Suzuki was a man and a woman, both aged 69, and their dog.
Both of the occupants of the car were taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries while the dog had to be taken to the vets and needed immediate medical attention.
Ali failed a roadside drug test, and class B drugs were recovered following a search. Further checks revealed he had no valid insurance or driving licence.
The 45-year-old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, possession of a class B drug, driving without a licence, driving over the drug limit, and driving without insurance.
Ali, of Hessle Road in Hull, admitted two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving over the specified drug limit, driving without a licence, driving without valid insurance, and possession of a Class B drug.
At Hull Crown Court on Friday (Feb 6) he was jailed for six years and 11 months and given a 10-year driving ban.
PC Kieran McCloud, of Humberside Police’s roads policing team, said: “Ali’s decision to get behind the wheel whilst under the influence of drugs and then drive recklessly by attempting a dangerous overtake on a country road, showed a complete disregard for the safety of others.
“His actions have had devastating consequences for two innocent people who will live with the impact of this collision for the rest of their lives.
‘’Thankfully, both victims survived, but their injuries are life changing. They have undergone numerous surgeries and continue with intensive rehabilitation. The consequences for them and their families are severe and long-lasting.
“Their dog also spent several days under the care of the vets, but has since, miraculously recovered from its injuries.
“Drink and drug driving is never acceptable; it puts every passenger in your own vehicle and every other road user at risk. In this case, two innocent people had their lives changed forever because of Ali’s reckless decision.
‘’The invaluable actions of members of the public who stopped at the scene, provided first aid, and came forward as witnesses were crucial in supporting the investigation and ensuring Ali is now being held accountable for his actions.
“Our message is simple; drive safe, every time.
“We continue to encourage members of the public to report any road traffic offences and dangerous driving to us by calling our non-emergency number 101 or 999 in an emergency, to help hold drivers like Ali to account for their actions.”