A NEWTOWN man has been jailed for four years and six months after he carjacked a motorist at Cemetery Junction in Reading.
The incident took place on Saturday, October 29 last year.
The driver had stopped at traffic lights and Mohamad Hamza opened the door, pulled her out of the car and drove away.
It was later found in a verge between London Road and the A329 slip road.
The 21-year-old from Manchester Road was arrested on December 21, and then charged the following day.
Following a five-day trial at Reading Crown Court, on Tuesday, July 18, he was found guilty of one count of robbery.
He was not guilty of two other charges: one count of attempted robbery and one count of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Brandon Morley, of Reading CID, said: “I am pleased that Hamza will spend four-and-a-half years in prison as a result of his actions.
“Thames Valley Police works tirelessly to bring offenders to justice, and I hope this case serves as an example that we will pursue you and ensure you are put before the courts.”
