A dramatic incident unfolded on Rose Lane in Norwich on March 17th when a Ferrari veered off course and crashed into bike racks and a concrete planter. The accident, which occurred just before 17:00 GMT, led to a temporary road closure lasting approximately 90 minutes while emergency services cleared the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
CCTV footage captured the moment the Ferrari lost control, mounting the curb and crashing into the bike racks and planter. The incident could have had severe consequences, with a jogger seen running nearby just moments before the crash. The road closure allowed the fire service and other emergency responders to address the situation safely.
Norfolk Constabulary has stated that no further action will be taken regarding the crash itself. However, the police are reviewing the incident, including the driving behavior leading up to the collision. The driver was interviewed at the scene, and the footage is under scrutiny to determine if any driving offenses occurred.
The passenger in the Ferrari, a man in his 40s, was arrested not for the crash but for allegedly breaching court-imposed bail conditions related to a separate case. He has been taken into custody for this matter.
Catherine Rowett, a Green Party county councillor, expressed surprise at the decision not to pursue further action, highlighting the potential danger the crash posed to pedestrians. Meanwhile, Norfolk County Council, responsible for the bike racks and planters installed in 2019, is investigating the damage and repair costs, though specific figures have yet to be provided.