Accrington man to go to trial over alleged dangerous driving

Burnley Crown Court <i>(Image: Anthony Moss)</i>
Burnley Crown Court (Image: Anthony Moss)
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 An Accrington man will face a trial next year after denying a course of dangerous driving.

Mohamed Umar Gul, 26, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Wednesday (October 8) charged with dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, and driving without insurance.

Gul, of Crossland Street, entered not guilty pleas to all alleged offences and will stand trial for three days from March 10, 2026.

He was remanded in custody ahead of a pre-trial review on January 21, 2026.

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