A tense Ohio courtroom sentencing ends with a 20-year-old defendant facing years behind bars after a high-speed police pursuit.

According to the facts read in court, the pursuit involved speeds of more than 100 mph, multiple police agencies, a PIT manoeuvre, a collision with a civilian vehicle that caused injuries, and a vehicle reported stolen.

The defendant pleaded guilty to four counts. The judge explained the potential sentencing consequences before accepting the guilty plea and making a finding of guilt.

The final sentence included 3 years minimum to 4½ years maximum for felonious assault, additional consecutive prison terms, $500 restitution, and a lifetime driving-licence suspension, although the judge explained that the suspension could potentially be reconsidered in the future.

The defendant apologised to the people affected, the officers and his family, saying he had panicked and made a “stupid” decision.

Watch the full courtroom exchange to hear the judge's final message and see how the sentencing unfolded.

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