Ex-England Striker Raheem Sterling Charged With Dangerous Driving and Nitrous Oxide Possession Following May Car Crash

Former England forward Raheem Sterling has been formally charged with dangerous driving and possession of nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation, along with failing to provide a specimen, following a crash involving his Lamborghini on the M3 motorway in Hampshire. The incident, which occurred on May 28, 2026, saw the 31-year-old's luxury vehicle collide with barriers, though no other vehicles were involved, and no injuries were reported. Was Ben Stokes Present When Brydon Carse Was Handcuffed Outside Derby Nightclub?.

Raheem Sterling Crashes His Lamborghini

Details of the Incident

The collision took place on the M3 southbound, near the Minley Interchange, on the morning of May 28, 2026. Sterling was driving his black 4x4 Lamborghini, reportedly valued at £270,000, when the incident occurred. Motorists had reportedly observed the vehicle swerving erratically across the motorway before the crash.

The Charges and Legal Proceedings

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary confirmed the charges against Sterling, who is a resident of Berkshire. He is accused of dangerous driving, possession of nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation, and failing to provide a specimen for analysis. Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, was reclassified as a Class C drug in the UK in November 2023. England Forward Ivan Toney Charged with Assault After Alleged London Nightclub Incident.

The former Premier League winger is scheduled to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court for a hearing on September 15. If convicted of dangerous driving, Sterling could face a potential prison sentence of up to two years under British law.

Raheem Sterling's Current Career Status

Raheem Sterling, who will turn 32 in December, is currently without a club. His most recent tenure was with Dutch Eredivisie side Feyenoord, where he signed a short-term deal in February 2026 after his contract with Chelsea was mutually terminated in January. Sterling made eight competitive appearances for Feyenoord but did not score, and his deal with the team concluded in May 2026. Prior to Chelsea, he had a loan spell at Arsenal during the 2024-25 season and enjoyed significant success with Manchester City and Liverpool earlier in his career. This development marks a serious legal challenge for the accomplished footballer as he prepares to face court next month.

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