Ex-England footballer arrested for drug driving after ‘extremely tough couple of years’

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30 May 2026 • 7:40 PM MYT
The Independent
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Ex-England footballer arrested for drug driving after ‘extremely tough couple of years’

  • Ex-England footballer Raheem Sterling was arrested on suspicion of drug driving after crashing his Lamborghini on the M3 southbound, it is understood.
  • The incident took place shortly before 9am on Thursday 28 May near the Minley Interchange.
  • Hampshire Police confirmed a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drugs, dangerous driving, possession of Class C drugs, and failing to provide a specimen.
  • Authorities reported no injuries and no other vehicles were involved in the collision.
  • A source close to Sterling said that he has been experiencing "immeasurable psychological strain" after an "extremely tough couple of years".

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