PC guilty of dangerous driving whilst on shift

[Kiwiavenger]

Hey guys

Just saw this http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-19355410 about a van/cyclist collision involving a police officer. what are your opinions on it? thankfully the cyclist is still with us but has no recollection of the incident (should have had a cam) and for once makes no mention if the cyclist was wearing a helmet etc!

 

[Silver Fox]

[edit] I suppose the police could be expected to be a bit more professional though...

Agreed.

The officer had been on his way to an incident in the Old Street area with sirens on and lights flashing at the time of the crash, jurors heard.

Eyewitnesses described seeing his van "taking off" after hitting a humpback bridge, with all four of its wheels leaving the ground before it hit the cyclist.

No incident is that important to justify a collision. Better to arrive a few seconds later than not at all.

 

[Sandra6]

Don't you lose your licence for driving at those speeds in a 30 zone anyway??
I'm pleased he was charged, even if you are a police driver, you are not above the law.

 

[Drago]

He was well TFF. Even his passenger was having trouble with his bowels because of the driving.

 

[lordloveaduck]

He was well TFF. Even his passenger was having trouble with his bowels because of the driving.

What's TFF?

 

[Drago]

Too F*^$?•! Fast.