On the A13 in Yvelines, the squatter in the left lane does not appreciate the call to order from the CRS

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“I didn’t understand the police officers’ actions. I didn't insult them. And I didn't try to run away. » These three sentences summarize the defense of the motorist stopped by the CRS of Vaucressonafter a pursuit going from the A 13 to the A 12, in Yvelines. The scene which lasted only a few minutes, Tuesday November 12, 2024, could have ended very badly.

It was 7:30 p.m. when three bikers were traveling towards the province. They pass Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt. There, they spotted a Renault Kangoo squatting there. left lane. Lighthouse calls. The car doesn't move. Flashing lights, siren, a tap on the hood… The motorist doesn't like it. He starts making big gestures. Then it shifts to the right in a steering wheelforcing the official to accelerate to avoid being pinned against the guardrail. The scene takes place where the A12 and A13 separate.

“Damn dogs”

The driver continues his route towards Bois-d'Arcy. One of the bikers signals him to follow him. What he will do but too close. His bumper is less than 10 centimeters from the police officer's wheel. “I couldn't even not read your license plate », testifies the latter.
Finally, well after the tunnel, it finally stops. Not without holding on to the steering wheel. Then stiffening your arms to avoid handcuffing. And finally by getting angry like a devil in a cell. “Damn dogs!” Give me the strongest one! And you will see! »

” I didn't understand “

In court, Thursday, November 14, the 39-year-old man tries to present himself in his best light. “I recognize certain things. I actually didn't understand the dent on my hood. I was scared to hit the police officer. He was very close to me. I just rolled down the window to tell him he didn't need to hit my car. »

And to continue: “I never refused to stop. I wanted to do it on the straight but I saw a hand sign. I thought that meant I could go back. And then I had to stop again! I didn't understand. I didn't want knock down someoneand even less a police officer. »

“If he hadn’t gotten angry”

The explanation is quickly beaten by that of the agent.

“We have no control on the highway if we can do otherwise. It's a safety issue for everyone. Basically, we just wanted to invite this gentleman to ride in the right lane and not the left. That's all. If he hadn't gotten angry…”

Place for the public prosecutor. The magistrate requires an 8-month suspended sentence, a 6-month license suspension and a fine of 800 euros, considering that the process of reintegration through work has been well underway for some time. “It's the last and ultime chance», Warns the prosecution. Last because his record has 10 records, the oldest of which is counted in years.

The court finally imposed 12 months in prison, subject to an electronic bracelet. A cancellation of the license with a ban on retaking it before 6 months. And a ban on driving a motorized vehicle for 6 months.

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