Northumbria police officer crashes into dangerous driver to force him off road

A police officer in Northumbria crashed into an oncoming driver to force him off the road after he reached speeds of 90mph. Footage shows the incident unfolding on a residential street. “This is the moment one of our brave officers risked their own safety to halt a dangerous driver to protect others,“ Northumbria Police wrote, sharing the video on social media. “The banned motorist reached speeds of up to 90mph – and is now behind bars.“ John Saddler, 33, has been jailed for 27 months – and given a three-year driving ban - after he admitted dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and having no insurance. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independen