Originally Posted by
Perdita
Ashley Cole has been found guilty of driving at more than 100mph in a 50mph zone.
The news was announced at Kingston Magistrates' Court today, though England and Chelsea footballer Cole was not present for his trial.
The court had heard that the 29-year-old was driving his Lamborghini Gallardo in Kingston, Surrey on November 17, 2008 when a speed gun recorded that his speed was 104mph. :eek: :angry:
Cole had denied the charge and defended his conduct by claiming that he was being chased by paparazzi at the time of the incident.
Additionally, his legal team tried to have the case adjourned to allow evidence from an expert on speed guns to be considered. Defence lawyer Katherine Hodson argued that the speed gun may not have been working properly, however magistrates' chairwoman Judith Jewell dismissed the suggestion and refused the adjournment request.The sportsman will now be sentenced on January 29 and is expected to be present for the court date. Jewell has already warned that Cole may be banned from driving.