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Katie Price hands herself into police after driving illegally

She isn't permitted to drive until August 8

Katie Price has said she’s reported herself to the police after breaking her driving ban.

The reality star, 40, was given a six-month driving ban in February after police caught her travelling at more than 60mph in her pink Land Rover near her country house last year. 

Katie reportedly failed to notify police when the ticket came through – and was then charged with failing to provide driver details.

She was also slapped with six points on her driving licence and given a £750 fine, and ordered to pay £200 in costs and a £75 surcharge.

Katie was given a six-month driving ban in February (Credit: FameFlynet)

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But now the mum-of-five says she got her months mixed up and drove her son Harvey, 16, to a hospital appointment before realising she still isn’t allowed to drive a vehicle until August 8.

In a statement posted to Instagram, she wrote: “Been on such an emotional rollercoaster the last 6 months and my head has been all over the place, so much so, that I thought my driving ban was up.

“After driving to Harvey’s Hospital appointment I have NOW found out that I don’t get my licence back until 8th August.”

She added: “With this on my conscience I called police and reported myself. I’ve come such a long way and just want easy life now.

“I have got out of a hole and am finally happy and looking forward to being my old independent self.”

Katie captioned the post: “Thank you all for your support I love you all.”

Fans rushed to comment on the post with many praising her for handing herself in.

One person said: “Upward and onwards Katie,” while another wrote: “Well done you.”

Katie said she was driving her son Harvey to a hospital appointment (Credit: FameFlynet)

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This is Katie’s second driving ban as she lost her licence in 2012 after failing to respond to two speeding tickets.

It’s been a tough few months for the former glamour model after splitting from her third husband, Kieran Hayler, as well as discovering her mum, Amy, has a terminal lung condition.

The star is now focusing on being a mum to her five kids and her romance with personal trainer Kris Boyson.

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Rebecca Carter
Associate Editor (News)

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