Dramatic body-worn camera footage has been released showing the terrifying moment an asylum seeker deliberately rammed a police car during a high-speed chase through Wolverhampton streets.
The video evidence, which captures the heart-stopping collision from an officer's perspective, reveals how Aso Mohammed Ibrahim's dangerous driving put multiple lives at risk before his vehicle finally came to a stop.
The Chase Unfolds
Ibrahim, a 24-year-old Iraqi national, was spotted by patrolling officers in the Blakenhall area driving a Volkswagen Golf without insurance. What began as a routine traffic stop quickly escalated into a dangerous pursuit through residential neighbourhoods.
Bodycam footage shows the moment Ibrahim made the deliberate decision to reverse at speed into the pursuing police vehicle, causing significant damage and putting officers in immediate danger.
Courtroom Consequences
Wolverhampton Crown Court heard how Ibrahim's actions demonstrated a complete disregard for public safety. Despite initially fleeing the scene on foot, he was quickly apprehended by determined officers.
Judge Michael Chambers delivered a stern message, sentencing Ibrahim to 12 months in prison and imposing a three-year driving ban. The judge emphasised that such dangerous behaviour would not be tolerated on UK roads.
Police Response
West Midlands Police have welcomed the sentence, highlighting how the bodycam footage provided crucial evidence of the deliberate nature of the attack on their officers.
A police spokesperson stated: "This footage demonstrates the very real dangers our officers face every day. We will not tolerate attacks on emergency service workers, and this sentence reflects the seriousness of such offences."
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks police officers confront while protecting communities across the West Midlands.
