This is the shocking moment a car thief rammed a stolen car into a police officer after a high-speed chase while jailed for five and a half years.
David Doyle, 19, was driving a stolen car at dangerous speeds when he was spotted by Constable Richard Keel, who was driving a marked motorbike in Camden Street, London, on May 17 at around 6.30pm.
The officer then began a chase before Doyle backed into him several times at high speed, striking him on the third attempt and knocking him off his bike.
Doyle then sped off leaving PC Keel with significant injuries while members of the public assisted the officer before alerting the ambulance service.
An investigation was launched the same day the stolen vehicle was located about a mile from where the attack occurred.
CCTV footage and forensic evidence helped identify Doyle as the main suspect, who was later arrested on May 23.
The next day he was charged with driving offenses and causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Doyle, of Brick Lane, Northolt, was sentenced to five and a half years in prison at Harrow Crown Court on November 14, having previously pleaded guilty at the same court on August 1.
David Doyle, 19, of Brick Lane, Northolt, was sentenced to five and a half years in prison at Harrow Crown Court on November 14.
After a high-speed chase, Doyle reversed the stolen car toward the police officer, hitting him several times on the third attempt and knocking him off his bike.
Doyle then sped off leaving PC Keel with significant injuries while members of the public assisted the officer before alerting the ambulance service.
An investigation began the same day the stolen vehicle was located one kilometer from where the attack occurred.
He is also disqualified from driving for 81 months.
PC Keel, who works in the North Central Command Unit, said: “Although I am on a challenging journey to recovery, I am pleased that Doyle has been brought to justice for the attack.”
‘This incident is a reminder of the dangers we face as we strive to keep communities and Londoners safe.
“I would like to thank the public who helped me on the day and my colleagues who have given me great support during this difficult time.”
Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said: ‘Every day, 18 of our officers are assaulted in the line of duty to protect the public. Two people are seriously injured every week.
“I am constantly humbled by the selfless and brave commitment of the men and women of the Met who risked their lives to keep Londoners safe.
‘That is exactly what PC Keel did and I am pleased that we were able to quickly bring his attacker to justice.
‘I had the opportunity to thank PC Keel for his service and wish him a speedy recovery. I would also like to thank the public and the London Ambulance Service paramedics for the help they gave us following the incident.’