JAY Blades has swerved a driving offence after the case was dropped – just days after he was charged with coercive control against his wife.
The presenter, 54, had pleaded not guilty to the driving offence in Wombourne, Staffordshire, in April last year.
Jay Blades arriving at court today
He has been accused of coercive behaviour towards wife Lisa
Blades was pictured arriving at Cannock Magistrates’ Court for a hearing today.
But the case was dropped after a police officer in the case failed to show up.
Magistrate Neil Ravenscroft told Blades: “The matter will be dismissed and you are free to go.”
Blades replied “thank you, sir” before leaving the court room.
It comes after the furniture restorer was last week charged with controlling and coercive behaviour towards his wife.
Blades appeared at a separate court on Friday accused of physical and emotional abuse of estranged wife Lisa Zbozen, 43.
His future on The Repair Shop now appears to be up in the air following the charge.
A BBC insider said: “The Beeb won’t feature any new shows in which he appears until it is clear how legal proceedings conclude.”
Blades married personal trainer Lisa in a small ceremony in Barbados in November 2022.
She announced she had left the star on May 2 as police launched an investigation.
Blades has previously spoken out about his troubled childhood after growing up in poverty.
The star’s mum was abandoned by his dad when he was a youngster.
Blades ended up homeless in his 20s before being given social housing but has since gone on to carve out a successful career in TV.
The dad-of-three was awarded an MBE in 2021 and filmed a special episode of Repair Shop last year with King Charles.
Blades has denied the motoring offence
Blades’ future on the Repair Shop now hangs in the balance
The TV star was also charged last week with controlling and coercive behaviour
JAY Blades has recently had a driving offence case dropped, just days after he was charged with coercive control against his wife. The 54-year-old presenter had pleaded not guilty to the driving offence in Wombourne, Staffordshire, in April last year. He was pictured arriving at Cannock Magistrates’ Court for a hearing, but the case was dismissed after a police officer failed to show up.Magistrate Neil Ravenscroft informed Blades that the matter would be dismissed, and he was free to go. Blades expressed gratitude and left the courtroom. This development comes after Blades was charged with controlling and coercive behavior towards his wife, Lisa Zbozen. The future of his role on The Repair Shop is now uncertain following the charge.A BBC insider disclosed, “The Beeb will refrain from featuring any new shows with his participation until the legal proceedings are concluded.” Blades tied the knot with personal trainer Lisa in a small ceremony in Barbados in November 2022. She publicly announced her separation from the star on May 2, coinciding with the launch of a police investigation into the matter.Blades, who had a challenging childhood marked by poverty, has spoken about his struggles growing up. His dad abandoned his family when he was young, and he found himself homeless in his 20s before securing social housing. Despite his hardships, he has managed to build a successful career in TV and was honored with an MBE in 2021. Last year, he filmed a special episode of Repair Shop with King Charles.In addition to the legal issues he is currently facing, Blades has also been charged with controlling and coercive behavior. His future on The Repair Shop remains uncertain pending the outcome of the legal proceedings.Follow us for more updates and valuable information that will keep you informed and motivated. Stay tuned for more enlightening content that will enhance your knowledge and understanding.Source: Los Angeles Times (edited)
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