Yorkshire driver arrested in Congleton

By The Editor 13th Mar 2023

Local News by The Editor 13th Mar 2023

He is from the Woodhouse area of Leeds, but was arrested 73 miles away in Congleton. (Image - A Cheshire Police truck Congleton Nub News)

A man from Yorkshire has got in trouble with Congleton Police.

A Leeds resident has been charged following a stop check by officers in Congleton last week, in the north west of the town.

Craig Thompson was arrested on Monday 6 March, following a stop and search conducted by officers on Newman Close.

The 39-year-old of Kingston Terrace, Leeds was subsequently charged with driving while disqualified, driving a motor vehicle without consent, driving without insurance and failing to provide a sample.

He has been bailed to appear at Crewe Magistrates' Court on Friday 24 March.

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