A motorcyclist who "panicked" and led police on a chase while riding at speeds of up to 60mph has told a court he was struggling to pass his test.

Liam Brum failed to stop for police when he was spotted on his KTM motorbike in Queenborough on the Isle of Sheppey.

Police spotted him in Flanagan Avenue and tried to stop him. When he realised this he drove off reaching speeds of 60mph through the streets.

He also went over speed bumps at high speeds and almost collided with another vehicle when he failed to indicate when turning.

A police helicopter was scrambled during the chase and his bike was eventually found in the garden of someone's home and Brum was arrested.

The 23-year-old was later charged with failing to stop for police and driving without due care and attention.

He was also discovered to be riding without any insurance or a licence to ride the bike.

Brum, of Yevele Close, Queenborough, admitted all four offences when he appeared before magistrates in Medway on March 29.

James Nichols, prosecuting, said: "It was about 3pm on Monday, February 27 and the motorcycle made off from police. At points he was driving at speeds of 60mph. There was nearly a collision as he didn't indicate."

Defending himself Brum, a scaffolder, told magistrates he'd just panicked on the day when he spotted the police.

He added: "I apologise. I suffer with anxiety and depression and take medication for it.

"I have found it hard to pass my test and have L plates on my car.

"I made a mistake. I've worked so hard to better my life. I've been six years out of trouble and I let myself down.

"I panicked and made the wrong decision. I will not do it again."

Magistrates fined Brum £300 for the driving without due care an attention offence. He also received a £400 fine for driving without insurance and had his licence endorsed with 10 points.

He was also fined £300 for failing to stop and and received no separate penalty for the driving without a licence offence.

Brum was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £400 and £85 costs.