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- Automotive
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Daily Record
6 days ago
- Daily Record
Mum whose first date ends in A1 carnage pictured for first time after crash
A close source of Courtney Redfern said the young mum was in shock from the incident where she was getting a lift home from Mayzar Azarbonyad. A young mum whose first date turned into a nightmare after her suitor led police on a high-speed chase that ended in a terrifying multi-car smash on the A1 has been pictured. Courtney Redfern, 27, from Newcastle, had just enjoyed a night out with fitness coach Mayzar Azarbonyad, 20, on April 9 when he offered to drive her home. But what started as a romantic evening quickly spiralled into chaos. As police attempted to stop Azarbonyad's powerful BMW M5, Courtney pleaded with him to pull over. Instead, he hit the accelerator, sparking a dramatic pursuit through Gateshead and onto the A1, backed by a police helicopter and four patrol cars. The chase ended in disaster when an unmarked police car, unaware that the suspect had been boxed in, smashed into the stopped vehicles at 80mph, reports the Mirror. Onlookers described the scene as 'absolute carnage.' Miraculously, both Courtney and Azarbonyad escaped serious injury, but seven police officers were rushed to hospital. A source close to Courtney told MailOnline: "It was a first date, and no one could have expected an outcome like that from what should have been an ordinary evening out. "It's fortunate that no one was killed when looking at the wreckage left behind, it was all anyone who saw it could talk about. She's recovering, but it was obviously a major shock." Courtney was arrested at the scene on suspicion of aiding and abetting dangerous driving, but Northumbria Police later confirmed she would face no further action. However, she remains under investigation over a possible cannabis possession charge. At Newcastle Crown Court, Azarbonyad appeared for sentencing but the case was postponed after he challenged a previous conviction. The court heard he had been handed eight penalty points in September 2023 for driving without a licence or insurance—a charge he denies knowledge of. His barrister, Penny Hall, told the court: 'He has no recollection of committing these offences. It's possible someone else gave his details when stopped.' The judge, His Honour Tim Gittens, adjourned sentencing until June 2, warning the defendant: 'All options remain open to the court, including custody, given the seriousness of the offence.' Azarbonyad was granted bail on the strict condition that he does not drive. Courtney, who has since decided to cut ties with the 20-year-old, is now focusing on her recovery after the shocking ordeal that turned her first date into a night she'll never forget.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Woman whose first date ended in A1 horror crash with multiple cop cars pictured
Courtney Redfern, 27, was being dropped off at her home by Mayzar Azarbonyad, 20, after their first date on April 9, when cops tried to stop his BMW M5 A mum-of-two whose first date ended in a horror A1 crash resulting in seven police officers rushed to hospital has been pictured for the first time. Courtney Redfern, 27, was being dropped off at her home by fitness coach Mayzar Azarbonyad, 20, after their first date on April 9, when cops tried to stop his BMW M5. The young mum, from Newcastle, pleaded with her date to pull over, but despite her protests, Azarbonyad put his foot down and led officers on a shocking high-speed pursuit through Gateshead and the A1 towards Newcastle. During the terrifying chase, officers were supported by a helicopter, while four police cars boxed in the 20-year-old's car. However, an unmarked police car later smashed into the cars at 80mph, unaware they had stopped. Witnesses described the incident as "carnage", but fortunately, Courtney, along with her date, escaped without any major injuries. A source told MailOnline the incident caused a "great deal of trauma" for Courtney and her family. They said: "It was a first date, and no one could have expected an outcome like that from what should have been an ordinary evening out. "It's fortunate that no one was killed when looking at the wreckage left behind, it was all anyone who saw it could talk about. She's recovering, but it was obviously a major shock." Courtney was arrested alongside Azarbonyad on suspicion of aiding and abetting dangerous driving. Police later confirmed she would face no further action. However, she is still under investigation over whether she had possession of cannabis at the time of the incident. At a Newcastle Crown Court hearing, the driver nervously laughed when asked if he was still in touch with the young mum. It is believed she has decided not to see him anymore. Azarbonyad, who was due to be sentenced, saw his case adjourned after he contested a previous conviction. The court heard how he accrued eight penalty points for driving with no licence or insurance on September 16, 2023. However, he claimed he had no knowledge of the conviction. His barrister, Penny Hall, told the court he did not remember committing the offences. Ms Hall said: "It is possible someone else may have given his details when stopped by the police." Sentencing was adjourned until June 2, while the court verifies whether he committed the offences. Judge Tim Gittens told the defendant: 'I am granting you bail but I am not giving you any indication of sentence. All options will be open to the court. Given the gravity of this offence that will be up to and including custody." Azarbonyad was granted bail on the condition he does not drive any car.
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Mum-of-two ‘recovering' after nightmare first date with driver who caused horror A1 crash that left 7 cops in hospital
Courtney was being dropped off at home when the pursuit began 'MAJOR SHOCK' Mum-of-two 'recovering' after nightmare first date with driver who caused horror A1 crash that left 7 cops in hospital Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A YOUNG mum is "recovering" after a nightmare first date with a driver who caused a horror pile-up during a police chase. Seven cops needed hospital treatment following the high-speed pursuit as personal trainer Mazyar Azarbonyad, 20, attempted to flee - all with his date Courtney Redfern, 27, in the passenger seat. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Courtney Redfern is still recovering after the horror crash, a pal said Credit: Instagram 8 Mazyar Azarbonyad, 20, leaving Newcastle Crown Court toda Credit: PA 8 Damaged police cars and an unmarked black car on its side following the A1 collision Credit: NNP 8 Police pulled over Iranian-born Azarbonyad's BMW M5 in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, in the early hours of April 9 as he drove home. Mum-of-two Courtney urged him to stop before he led cops on a pursuit through the town and onto the A1 towards Newcastle. Four police cars - with the support of a helicopter - were able to box in the BMW, bringing it to a halt. However, another unmarked police Volvo smashed into the stationary vehicles on the carriageway near the Derwent Haugh Road junction at 80mph at 2.27am. Courtney and Azarbonyad managed to come out of the crash with only minor injuries. Shocking pictures from the scene show the mangled police cars - as well as the unmarked black car on its side. None of the officers suffered life-threatening injuries, according to Northumbria Police. An unnamed source told the MailOnline: "There was a great deal of trauma for Courtney and her family as a result of what happened. "It was a first date and no one could have expected an outcome like that from what should have been an ordinary evening out. "It's fortunate that no one was killed when looking at the wreckage left behind, it was all anyone who saw it could talk about. A1 CLOSED in both directions after car 'mounted pavement & ploughed into cafe' in three-vehicle smash "She's recovering but it was obviously a major shock." Appearing at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on April 19, Azarbonyad pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, failing to stop twice and having no licence and no insurance during the crash. He also admitted a series of other driving offences, including driving without insurance or a licence four times after the collision in breach of his bail conditions. He was due to be sentenced today over the crash but was the case was adjourned until June 2 after he contested a previous conviction. The court was told he accrued eight penalty points for driving with no licence or insurance on September 16 2023, but Azarbonyad claimed to have no knowledge of the conviction, reports the Mail. Azarbonyad was given bail on the condition he does not drive his vehicle. Courtney was also arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting dangerous driving but was later told she faced no further action. After the collision, Supt Michelle Caisley, from Northumbria Police, said: 'Firstly, we want to wish all the officers who have been involved in the collision a full recovery. 'We would also thank all those who attended the scene, including our colleagues from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and the North East Ambulance Service." Do you know more? Email 8 Azarbonyad leaving magistrates' court last month Credit: NNP 8 The crash took place just before 2.30am on April 9 Credit: Simon Greener/NCJ Media 8 Police collision investigation teams attended the scene Credit: NCJMedia
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Mum-of-two ‘recovering' after nightmare first date with driver who caused horror A1 crash that left 7 cops in hospital
A YOUNG mum is "recovering" after a nightmare first date with a driver who caused a horror pile-up during a police chase. Seven cops needed hospital treatment following 8 Courtney Redfern is still recovering after the horror crash, a pal said Credit: Instagram 8 Mazyar Azarbonyad, 20, leaving Newcastle Crown Court toda Credit: PA 8 Damaged police cars and an unmarked black car on its side following the A1 collision Credit: NNP 8 Police pulled over Iranian-born Azarbonyad's BMW M5 in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, in the early hours of April 9 as he drove home. Mum-of-two Courtney urged him to stop before he led cops on a pursuit through the town and onto the A1 towards Newcastle. Four police cars - with the support of a helicopter - were able to box in the BMW, bringing it to a halt. However, another unmarked police Volvo smashed into the stationary vehicles on the carriageway near the Derwent Haugh Road junction at 80mph at 2.27am. Read more news Courtney and Azarbonyad managed to come out of the crash with only minor injuries. Shocking pictures from the scene show the mangled police cars - as well as the unmarked black car on its side. None of the officers suffered life-threatening injuries, according to Northumbria Police. An unnamed source told the Most read in The Sun "It was a first date and no one could have expected an outcome like that from what should have been an ordinary evening out. "It's fortunate that no one was killed when looking at the wreckage left behind, it was all anyone who saw it could talk about. A1 CLOSED in both directions after car 'mounted pavement & ploughed into cafe' in three-vehicle smash "She's recovering but it was obviously a major shock." Appearing at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on April 19, Azarbonyad pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, failing to stop twice and having no licence and no insurance during the crash. He also admitted a series of other driving offences, including driving without insurance or a licence four times after the collision in breach of his bail conditions. He was due to be sentenced today over the crash but was the case was adjourned until June 2 after he contested a previous conviction. The court was told he accrued eight penalty points for driving with no licence or insurance on September 16 2023, but Azarbonyad claimed to have no knowledge of the conviction, reports the Mail. Azarbonyad was given bail on the condition he does not drive his vehicle. Courtney was also arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting dangerous driving but was later told she faced no further action. After the collision, Supt Michelle Caisley, from Northumbria Police, said: 'Firstly, we want to wish all the officers who have been involved in the collision a full recovery. 'We would also thank all those who attended the scene, including our colleagues from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and the North East Ambulance Service." Do you know more? Email 8 Azarbonyad leaving magistrates' court last month Credit: NNP 8 The crash took place just before 2.30am on April 9 Credit: Simon Greener/NCJ Media 8 Police collision investigation teams attended the scene Credit: NCJMedia 8 The crash saw the road close in both directions Credit: NNP
