Conor McGregor has been banned from driving for two years and narrowly avoided a 5-month prison sentence for his reckless driving.
When not in the cage, the Irishman always finds a way to make headlines. This week, ‘The Notorious’ is once again in the spotlight for negative reasons.
Conor McGregor appeared in the Blanchardstown District Court on Tuesday where he was sentenced by Judge David McHugh. He received a two-year driving ban, a €5,000 fine, and a suspended five-month jail term on the condition of good behavior during his driving ban.
In March 2022, McGregor was detained after driving recklessly on the streets of Dublin, almost causing a crash. He was caught speeding, running red lights, and evading police at speeds up to 99mph. Judge McHugh described it as “appalling” behavior.
Judge McHugh condemned McGregor’s actions on the road, calling them “an appalling series of breaches of the road traffic rules” and “an appalling episode of dangerous driving.”
Check out Conor McGregor leaving the Blanchardstown District Court below.
Conor McGregor leaves Blanchardstown District Court after narrowly avoiding jail for an “appalling” series of dangerous driving incidents.McGregor received a five-month suspended sentence, fines totalling €5,000 and a two-year road ban.Read more: https://t.co/kleHC3OAyI pic.twitter.com/OrgkGbUPBK
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