Season 2 - Under Attack . He then sent messages to them, their wives, ex-wives and children saying . Afterwards, I watched as the police commissioner mingled with gay celebrities and charities at an awards ceremony. He is aware of the distress he has caused a number of individuals., Alfie Parker sent threats via social media. Sentencing him to a year in a young offender's institution, Judge Shaun Smith QC said: "I have been doing this job a long time, but I think this is the most appalling piece of driving I have ever seen. Tomorrow night's episode of Traffic Cops throws the spotlight on an operation we have in Derbyshire that focuses on people who may no longer be fit to drive. The offences took place on July 5, 2020, beginning in Station Road, Denby where the defendant was pulled over, but when the officer got out of his car and walked towards the VW it sped away. Princess Diana's former butler Paul Burrell, who is from Derbyshire, married his husband less than a year after divorcing his wife of 32-years, Council to meet for a second attempt to set Derby's budget. 09:49 EST 06 Feb 2019 The new series will be airing from Monday 22 February. Monday sees the return of Traffic Cops to our screens. Alfie Parker tracked down the constables' private Facebook accounts after watching them on the Channel 5 show Traffic Cops. The local community force have long been Poppy and Lord Ted fans with Foggy and PC Bob supporting our book signing at TLC Bakery in Hilton village . I recently received a message from a gay officer who told me he was suffering homophobia within Scotland Yard. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Jailing Parker for 12 months, Recorder Michelle Heeley QC said: For reasons no-one has been able to explain you became obsessed with these officers, sending vicious and nasty e-mails and messages and not just to them but to their families. That is left to journalists such as Derbyshire Live's court reporter Martin Naylor. This is why any call for a public inquiry into the Port investigation will fail miserably, because LGBT people in the police will undermine it. Drug and drink driving is a constant problem for the Police. Richard Spillett, Crime Correspondent For Mailonline
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Traffic Cops is a British documentary series broadcast on Channel 5 (and formerly on BBC One) which follows Roads Policing Units from various UK police forces. So when I think about the case of Stephen Port who was last week convicted of murdering four young gay men, whose killings detectives failed to link despite obvious clues the notion of institutionalised homophobia is at the forefront of my mind. The system, riddled with institutional homophobia as it is, needs to be dealt with. . #All_New_Traffic_Cops #police_chase #Traffic_CopsAll New Traffic Cops Season2021 15 miles across North Yorkshire Sailor scrapes houseboats, crashes into Trent Lock and wreaks havoc before falling asleep, The man had to be woken by police who were called to the scene - but a local landlord says reports on social media were exaggerated, B&M store closures announced with full list of locations across the UK, A handful of stores operated by the bargain retailer will be closing over the next few weeks or have already closed. "I truly feel honoured to have had so many people take the time to post messages. Thank you for everything youve done for Derbyshire Police.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Daniel Whitworth, Jack Taylor, Anthony Walgate and Gabriel Kovari were killed by Stephen Port. He added that the child was ugly. Derbyshire's officers will again star in the popular Channel Five series Traffic Cops. Being a part of Traffic Cops has been an incredible journey for all involved and has allowed us to show how hard police officers work every day to keep everyone safe.". When I transferred from Manchester to London as a detective after seven years I thought lessons had been learned about diversity following the Stephen Lawrence inquiry. In response to this, citing my own case against the force, the Met said: The way the organisation deals with homophobic crime and our internal practices and policies have changed dramatically since 2013. After the Port case, can they really say that? Personal details. Channel 5's Derbyshire Traffic Cop Alex Boniface turned up with his family who are Poppy and Lord Ted fans and left with their own signed copy! Thomas, of Victoria Avenue, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, drink-driving, failing to stop and driving without insurance. The 59-year-old quit Sussex Police in November while under investigation for gross misconduct but was today jailed for perverting the course of justice. Self - Derbyshire Police (as Police Constable Alex Boniface) 2010 8 eps; Credits. Jailing him for eight months, Judge Nirmal Shant QC said: "This was a bad piece of driving. For many straight cops, being gay was seen as unnatural. If the bodies of two straight people were found in exactly the same place, weeks apart, would that not raise concerns that a pattern was emerging? TV Series. An uninsured car stop kicks off, and a damaged pickup truck t A fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. Mr Jeyes said Parker then Facebook messaged officer B saying he had seen a photograph of his child. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Great fun at the Repton community event on 19th February with the Derbyshire Police and Firefighters. I lost my job. The police didn't create the monster that is Port, but they did have a responsibility to investigate his crimes properly. Police are pursuing two alleged fuel thieves elsewhere. The 23-year-old even had his partner in the car as he hurtled at upwards of 100mph in a bid to escape the pursuing cops. PC Alex Boniface suffered permanent scarring to his arm when he and his teams pursuit of the 29-year-old finally saw them box him in on the A38. More to explore. Princess Diana's former butler Paul Burrell, who is from Derbyshire, married his husband less than a year after divorcing his wife of 32-years, Council to meet for a second attempt to set Derby's budget. Friends of Ports victims have spoken about their experiences of being brushed off by the police. After being caught, the defendant, of Ripley, then told officers he would tell them everything if they let his girlfriend go free. ", One of the tweet replies read: "PC Potts came across so well on camera, doubtlessly exactly the same in real life. A picture of inclusiveness was presented, to refute the notion that the force was homophobic. The episode of Traffic Cops will be broadcast on February 17 2023 on 5 Action at 9:00 PM. Who is Paul Burrell is married to as he shares cancer struggles with husband? And when I came out to my senior officer, he told me he couldnt condone what I did as a homosexual. Police searching for missing Alisha, 14, from Bransholme, Alisha was last seen at around 7.30am on Tuesday, Man's jaw broken in 'random' assault outside Dope Burger, He was punched as he walked past a group believed to be involved in a fight in the Witham area, Calls for change as 'contaminated' bins in Hull pose 'health hazard' after not being emptied for weeks, Blue bins will not be collected if the waste is bagged, though some believe the system needs changing. 'Simon Wright's criminal disregard for the law is clearly completely out of keeping with the role that others uphold with pride, integrity and with the trust of the public whom they serve. He tells me it is a desire to be arrested. After 30 years in Derbyshire, 49-year-old PC Jason Potts, a star of Channel 5's Traffic Cops, has finally signed off his radio for good. Traffic . Drug and drink driving is a constant problem for the Police. Jailing the defendant for eight months and banning him from the roads for three years, Judge Robert Egbuna, said: "You arrived at court today with a bag and the reason is you expected custody. "It was prolonged, involved a police chase and a number of police vehicles. But after serving with the Roads Policing Unit for 25 years, Jason has decided it's time to retire. S09E05 Episode 5 December 28, 2021; On patrol in Derbyshire . A WHITE-KNUCKLE car chase through Derby has seen a man jailed in what . 7.7. "You reached 60mph in a 30mph limit pedestrian area and the risk of you causing serious injury was obvious. James Kirkland reached speeds as high as 145mph on the A38 near Derby in an unsuccessful bid to flee chasing police. That there were not disastrous consequences is down to luck rather than your good judgement.. 63 followers. I became unwell with depression because of homophobia and racism in the police. A fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. Whatever issues you have, there is no excuse for behaving in this way.. A star of the real life TV Traffic Cops show stepped in to make a dying woman's dream come true. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. It has consistently been one of the most watched factual series on UK television. Jason Potts is called to a rush-hour crash on the A50, while Alex Boniface takes the lead in the pursuit of a stolen Audi. Jason released a post, saying: "I've never been one to post comments on social media. Viewers of Traffic Cops have reacted on Twitter with one person saying: "Thank You Jason for your 30 years of protecting us. At this stage, homophobia in the police went underground, and the gay community understandably became complacent. Shaun Wane is set to have a Test series later this year. To see all the biggest and best stories, first sign up to read our newsletters here, Some drivers leave a trail of destruction. Be sure to tune in! Who is Paul Burrell married to as he shares cancer struggles with husband? A drunk driver heads the wrong way down a dual carriageway. Posts Tagged. Jailing him for eight months and disqualifying him from driving for a year, Judge Nirmal Shant QC said: You have a bad record for driving offences and it is quite plain that over a period of time during the police pursuit your reach speeds of at least 80mph to 90mph while under the influence of cannabis. Contribute to this page. In terms of why he has committed these offences it is not entirely clear. ik. "You were trying to get away from the police, you were uninsured and you failed to stop. The 59-year-old then faced a criminal . . Police Constable Alex Boniface; Related news. ", Another said: "Thank you for everything you have done Jason. A fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. Jailing Murphy for 18 months, Recorder Stuart Sprawson said: This is one of the worst pieces of dangerous driving I have ever seen. The clip then showed him and those in the car and who the court heard had egged him on, attempt but fail to run away from the collision site in Theddingworth.
Traffic Cops: Season 9. zj. It left the officer with deep wounds to his forearm which required 16 stitches at the Royal Derby Hospital. , updated . For more stories from where you live, visit InYourArea. Alex takes policing in his stride and he doesn't look half bad doing it. Borrowash drink-driver Sam Thomas fled at speed from the police, crashed his car into a hedge, ran off and was found minutes later in a field covered in mud. However, his own barrister then admitted to Derby Crown Court that the account was "fanciful" and "absolute nonsense" as he tried unsuccessfully to keep him out of prison. Later the same day, Parker sent a message to officer A which read I will track you down, I will burn your house down, respond, do I make myself clear?. You reached up to 111mph and when you were finally stopped rather than be co-operative you were belligerent and this police officer sustained a serious injury which has left him with permanent scarring and required 16 stitches.. Derby Crown Court heard how the teen led a chasing pack for an astonishing 60 miles south through Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and into Leicestershire where he crashed into a wall. Alfie Parker issued threats via social media, Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. In a secret document my chief superintendent wrote that he had considered moving me because of concerns over victimisation resulting from PC Maxwells sexual orientation. Edit. The 29-year-old was pursued by officers including PC Alex Boniface, one of TV's Traffic Cops, who described Murphy's driving as "the worst I have ever seen in 14 years on the force." Now time to put your feet up mate and I wish you success in what adventures life takes you on next. NEW TEAM MEMBERS ARRIVING. 64 followers. Derby Crown Court heard how the 22-year-old also topped 80mph through residential streets, jumped a red light and overtook a queue of stationary traffic on the wrong side of the road. Well, Series 9 of Traffic Cops returns to Channel5, from next Monday 22nd Feb at 8pm. She said: He has gender issues which he struggles with from time to time and made the decision to self-certify as male in August of last year. The series, aired between 2011-2012, follows officers in South Yorkshire's Road . TV programmes showing white knuckle police chases across England and Wales are very popular among viewers. The offences all took place at around 10pm on December 12, 2020 and Kirkland, of Peveril Road, Bolsover, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, driving without a valid licence and without insurance. How much were officers judgments blinded by the so-called lifestyle choice of the victims? The bungled investigation into Stephen Ports murders has shone a light on how LGBT victims are often brushed away, with prejudice in the force still remaining, Did the police not believe Stephen Ports victims deserved justice? A POLICE officer well known for his appearances on TV show Traffic Cops was hurt while capturing a car thief. As well as the jail sentence, Judge Shant disqualified Kirkland from driving for two years. A50 Doveridge. In 2001, when I joined the police, homophobia was rife. Wright left Sussex Police on November 16, but was still subject to a gross misconduct hearing at Sussex Police HQ on November 28, which he did not attend. It ended in the crash in Beech Avenue, Ripley and Shabir then fled on foot, but was captured nearby. An uninsured car stop kicks off, and a damaged pickup truck turns out to be a hit and run. PC Alex Boniface who appears on the top Channel 5 show, which follows Derbyshire traffic police as they patrol the county tackling crime, paid a surprise visit to the woman's home . We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Edit. He quit police before misconduct hearing, which would have seen him sacked. Members of the public told officers that the bodies of two young men being found in the same place was crucial, yet they were dismissed as not being important to the investigation Port then went on to kill his fourth victim. Drug and drink driving is a constant problem for the Police. A stalker became obsessively fixated with two Derbyshire police officers he had seen on TV, bombarding them and their families with threatening messages. However, though people knew they could no longer outwardly use homophobic language in the workplace, they found other ways to express their disdain and prejudice. Those messages caused real fear to those who received them. THE WOMAN WANTED TO MEET PC ALEX BONIFACE FROM CHANNEL 5 SHOW.
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A young man who has stolen his grandfather's car from near York sends the police on an odd and dangerous chase that results in the boy being taken to the hospital. Mr Jeyes said Parker started sending e-mails to another officer, referred to in court as officer B, then Facebook messaged his his ex-wife who he found through trawling social media accounts. An appeal judge upheld mycomplaints. The police then appealed against the judgment. Simon Wright twice used his blue lights to get through traffic lights in Worthing. ", A fan added: "Have enjoyed you so much on Traffic Cops. The traffic cops pursue a drug runner down a motorway, and a drug deal results in a white-knuckle race through Bradford's back streets. Who is Paul Burrell is married to as he shares cancer struggles with husband? A convicted drug dealer leads the team on a 140mph chase. Its an opportunity where you start off being a police officer in uniform, you find what youre interested in, and the force will invest time and money into making you the best you can be.. Alternative name. A white-knuckle car chase through Derby has seen this man jailed in what one of TV's Traffic Cops has called "the worst driving I have seen in 14 years on the force". Only this month a gay man, David Cary, won compensation from the Met after a nine-year battle over its failure to investigate homophobic abuse claims against him. n 2001, when I joined the police, homophobia was rife. Traffic Cops stars visited dying Swadlincote woman in her final wish. Pc Alex Boniface from the TV Traffic Cops, will also be joining the safer neighbourhood team permanently next week. He later pleaded guilty to two counts of stalking and one of harassment. 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