Rahim Sterling admits dangerous driving after Lamborghini crash
Former England striker Rahim Sterling has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving after his Lamborghini collided with a guardrail on the Hampshire motorway on 28 May, an incident that left no other vehicles involved and caused no injuries, while police discovered two nitrous‑oxide canisters in the car.
Court admission and drug charges
On 15 September, Sterling appeared at Basingstoke Crown Court and admitted the charge of dangerous driving. He also acknowledged possessing two nitrous‑oxide canisters and refusing to submit a sample, confirming the drug‑related allegations.
Police testimony placed Sterling in the passenger seat at the time of the crash, with the two canisters resting on his knees. Witnesses reported seeing him inhale from a white balloon, describing his condition as akin to intoxication while the vehicle swerved violently.
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Sterling made his professional debut for Liverpool at 17, later representing Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal, and earning caps for England. He left Chelsea in January and signed for Dutch Eredivisie side Feyenoord, but departed after one season and is now a free agent.
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With the legal case concluded, Sterling remains unattached and faces an uncertain future in professional football.