http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/27488766/florida-man-indicted-in-death-of-tn-police-officerNeed to be extra careful when driving MH.

Well, he should have plenty of time to reflect on his actions while he's standing in the cafeteria line in prison. Personally, I leave home earlier when I have to be someplace at a certain time. I once saw a young lady pull into the median to get around a traffic jam on a local expressway, lose control, and run into the guard rail separating the east and west bound lanes. She wasn't hurt, but her car was. I resisted the temptation to wave as I drove by her 10 minutes later when the jam cleared.

Jim Shoe wrote: I resisted the temptation to wave as I drove by her 10 minutes later when the jam cleared.I would have smiled and waved.

In a long jam behind and accident on I-35 a few years ago cars were crossing the shoulder and berm to get onto the frontage road. Watched a straight chassis box truck turn across - when the front bumper dug into the shoulder of the frontage road just as the the rear submarine bar bottomed on the highway shoulder he was left with both axles hanging in the air.Usually better just to relax and wait it out.

Always one idiot who thinks they are " special" !

Two observations (Well 3)1: Many folks say "Are CB radios of any use" I was in a traffic jam situtation due to a fatal accident (2 of them) 3 miles ahead a couple years ago but the CB went off telling me about it, so I, being in the right lane, activated my turn signal and exited, got to the cross road just as police closed the entrance ramp, Wally-docked the night, and the jam, away and continued on in the AM. Had I been in a hurry, well it was time for dinner and a nice eatery nearby as well.That was the first two,, (1: People ask if CB's are worthwhile, 2: I was directed to an exit and thus avoided the backup)TWO: The article clearly said he tried to drive BETWEEN the Police car and the Help truck.. And it also stated that the pair were blocking 2 lanes, In short he tried to drive where traffic was NOT supposed to drive.Three: Because he did something he was being told NOT to do, By a police officer, said officer was killed,So he deserves the time to contemplate what being in the devil's own hurry brings about.Oh, one more observation: RV lifestyle is about smelling the roses, not getting there first, He forgot that, and now.. He will be delayed getting there, by anywhere from a few years to 20-life.

Driver of MH indicted in death of Police Officer

Bobbo
Explorer II
Nov 27, 2014
dodge guy wrote:
We can`t comment on this with all the facts! There had to be more to the story than what was posted. I don`t believe any normal person would try and squeeze a large vehicle between people and equipment on purpose!I don`t believe any normal person would try and squeeze a large vehicle between people and equipment on purpose! Yes he hit and killed someone, but if it wasn`t intentional then it was an accident and he shouldn`t be charged criminally!

I once saw a video of an 18 wheel semi-truck/trailer go past a stopped school bus, with its lights on and stop sign out, at a high rate of speed, on the shoulder right between the bus and the child who was walking toward the bus.

There are IDIOTS out there.
Steeljag
Explorer
Nov 27, 2014
Apart from this article, I have witnessed more and more people operating their RVs and pulling TT &FWs at high speeds. I was passed yesterday S/B on I95 near Ormond Beach by a truck / TT combo traveling at approx. 80 mph! I watched them come up behind me (changing lanes twice while in my view) and then pass me. Truck appeared to have at least five people to include kids.

Holiday weekend, everyone in a hurry to get somewhere, but the safety of our families, and others families on the road MUST be our focus!
Nutinelse2do
Explorer
Nov 27, 2014
How sad for everyone involved. I cannot imagine having that on my conscience for the rest of my life.
Drive safe out there everyone. Scary how life can change in a split second.
Romer1
Explorer
Nov 27, 2014
dodge guy wrote:
We can`t comment on this with all the facts! There had to be more to the story than what was posted. I don`t believe any normal person would try and squeeze a large vehicle between people and equipment on purpose! Yes he hit and killed someone, but if it wasn`t intentional then it was an accident and he shouldn`t be charged criminally!

There was quite a thread on this when it happened back in May. He claimed a blind curve. Just last month drove that section of 65 south from Nashville to Birmingham and didn't feel there were any blind curves @ 62mph.
lizzie
Explorer
Nov 27, 2014
Whatever happened think how awful he must feel. Everybody makes mistakes and so far I haven't made any that resulted in the injury or death of another human being. Something else to be thankful for. lizzie
toedtoes
Explorer III
Nov 27, 2014
dodge guy wrote:
We can`t comment on this with all the facts!

I think that's supposed to be "We shouldn't CONDEMN withOUT all the facts."

People will always comment no matter how little information is provided - commenting leads to discussion, introducing new facts, offering possible reasons, etc. Condemning does not of that.
dodge_guy
Explorer II
Nov 27, 2014
We can`t comment on this with all the facts! There had to be more to the story than what was posted. I don`t believe any normal person would try and squeeze a large vehicle between people and equipment on purpose! Yes he hit and killed someone, but if it wasn`t intentional then it was an accident and he shouldn`t be charged criminally!
chevor
Explorer
Nov 27, 2014
I drive all day and see more and more of the people who should know better, driving recklessly.
Desert_Captain
Explorer III
Nov 26, 2014
"There are some extenuating circumstances, according to the driver's version of the incident. He said that he came around a curve and did not have time to get stopped or get over to a different lane."

There is absolutely nothing "extenuating" here. While it is easy for us to "Monday morning quarterback" his statement is damning. There is no excuse whatsoever for not being in complete control of your vehicle at all times(as required by law). Clearly, by his own admission, he was exceeding the safe speed (Basic speed law), for the conditions.

I can only hope this will serve as a lesson for others. Slow down folks, there is nowhere you "have" to be that is worth someone's life.

:E
coolmom42
Explorer II
Nov 26, 2014
Do keep in mind that he has only been indicted, not convicted.

There are some extenuating circumstances, according to the driver's version of the incident. He said that he came around a curve and did not have time to get stopped or get over to a different lane.

There is a curve on I-65 where the incident occurred, but I'm sure traffic was already slowing down in the adjacent lanes, due to the wreck. If he had been paying attention to conditions, he would have noticed that, and started slowing down or moving over way back. There are 4 lanes on each direction of I-65 at that point.

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