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Raheem Sterling Arrested After Lamborghini Crash, No Drugs Detected

6/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Raheem Sterling was arrested for alleged drug-driven driving after his Lamborghini hit barriers on the M3.
A source to Sterling told BBC Sport that authorities have not found evidence of drugs in his system despite the arrest.
Police said the 31-year-old faced charges of dangerous driving, Class C drug possession and failing to provide a specimen.
Police reported the crash involved only Sterling’s vehicle and caused no injuries.

History

Historical Context

Eric Cantona’s 1995 kung-fu kick on a Crystal Palace fan earned an eight-month ban and a £30,000 fine, underscoring the Football Association’s willingness to punish high-profile misconduct. Nearly three decades later, in 2024, Raheem Sterling was arrested after his Lamborghini crashed on the M3, though police found no drug evidence. Both cases illustrate growing scrutiny of celebrity athletes.

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Story summary

Raheem Sterling was arrested for alleged drug-driven driving after his Lamborghini hit barriers on the M3.
A source to Sterling told BBC Sport that authorities have not found evidence of drugs in his system despite the arrest.
Police said the 31-year-old faced charges of dangerous driving, Class C drug possession and failing to provide a specimen.
Police reported the crash involved only Sterling’s vehicle and caused no injuries.

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