Charges Dropped Against 'Repair Shop' Host Jay Blades for Mobile Phone Use While Driving

The case was dismissed after the police officer scheduled to testify was unavailable, but Blades faces separate charges next month.

Jay Blades, 54, appeared at Walsall Magistrates' Court and maintained his not guilty plea for using a mobile phone while driving.
The charge was dismissed due to the unavailability of the police officer who was supposed to give evidence.
Blades was seen wearing a black suit and stood at the back of the courtroom with his hands clasped behind his back.
Magistrate Neil Ravenscroft told Blades he was free to go after the prosecution offered no evidence.
Blades is scheduled to appear at Worcester Crown Court next month to enter a plea on separate charges of coercive and controlling behavior against his wife.