Yob who hit PC on moped gets suspended sentence

11:00am Tuesday 25th September 2012 in News By Laura Smith

Yob who hit PC on moped gets suspended sentence Yob who hit PC on moped gets suspended sentence

A TEENAGER who ran over a police officer on a stolen moped has been given a suspended sentence.

The 17-year-old had taken the pizza delivery bike while its owner was making a delivery in Saxon Gardens, Shoebury .

He drove it with his pal, John Francis, on the back. Neither were wearing crash helmets.

PC Gillian Marr spotted them during a routine traffic operation in Maplin Way, Shoebury, and tried to flag them down.

The bike ploughed into her, running over her left shin and leaving her with a bruised back, swollen knee and grazed legs.

The youth, who cannot be named for legal reasons, and Francis fled the scene after the incident, on August 27, but were arrested nearby.

The court heard he was already serving a Youth Rehabilitation Order at the time and had missed some of his appointments.

He pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicle taking, dangerous driving, having no licence and no insurance.

A victim impact statement from PC Marr said the incident had left her shaken and caused her sleepless nights.

David Gilmore, chairman of the magistrates, told the youngster he was in “deep doo-doos” at the moment.

He added: “Clearly this is an extremely serious offence which in normal circumstances could have led to a custodial sentence.”

However, because of the youngster’s personal background, outlined in a pre-sentence report, he was given an 18-month Youth Rehabilitation Order with supervision.

He must also complete 150 hours unpaid work, a thinking skills programme, and was banned from driving for 18 months. He must also pay the officer £200 compensation.

Francis, 18, of Delaware Road, Shoebury, had already pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicle taking and was given a four-month prison sentence, suspended for a year, sent on a thinking skills programme and was banned from driving for six months.

Comments (28)

11:17am Tue 25 Sep 12

knighs1 says...

Clearly not enough! ....how about a Holiday in Florida! that will show em!
Clearly not enough! ....how about a Holiday in Florida! that will show em! knighs1

11:21am Tue 25 Sep 12

tink62 says...

lock em up
lock em up tink62

11:37am Tue 25 Sep 12

naffeville says...

What sort of neglectful parent lets their teenage kid ride a moped? Jail the parents
What sort of neglectful parent lets their teenage kid ride a moped? Jail the parents naffeville

11:48am Tue 25 Sep 12

claysman says...

should have gone to prison yet another scum bag let off the hook
should have gone to prison yet another scum bag let off the hook claysman

11:52am Tue 25 Sep 12

pendulum says...

David Gilmore, chairman of the magistrates, sarcastically told the youngster he was in “deep doo-doos at the moment", before bursting in to laughter at the thought of the modern criminal justice system punishing anybody. Still smiling, he revealed the suspended sentence and said "You're free to go".
David Gilmore, chairman of the magistrates, sarcastically told the youngster he was in “deep doo-doos at the moment", before bursting in to laughter at the thought of the modern criminal justice system punishing anybody. Still smiling, he revealed the suspended sentence and said "You're free to go". pendulum

12:06pm Tue 25 Sep 12

iknowbetter says...

"already serving a Youth Rehabilitation Order at the time and had missed some of his appointments".

I know said the Judge lets give him another rehabilitation order, that'll teach him a lesson...
**
Is it any wonder with Judges like this one that our judicial system is a laughing stock. Basically what the judge is saying is if you have a rough upbringing its ok to run over police officers and commit crime, but if you have good parents and have been brought up well expect the full force of the law to come down on anyone in that category that decide to commit a crime. What sort of message is that to anyone?
"already serving a Youth Rehabilitation Order at the time and had missed some of his appointments". I know said the Judge lets give him another rehabilitation order, that'll teach him a lesson... ** Is it any wonder with Judges like this one that our judicial system is a laughing stock. Basically what the judge is saying is if you have a rough upbringing its ok to run over police officers and commit crime, but if you have good parents and have been brought up well expect the full force of the law to come down on anyone in that category that decide to commit a crime. What sort of message is that to anyone? iknowbetter

12:20pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Alec Cikes says...

Mr David Gilmore, chairman of the magistrates, must have been in a "deep doo doos" moment himself!
Der, doh, dumb... decisons being made by doo doo Donkers!

Hope PC Gillian Marr is well & on the mend.
Mr David Gilmore, chairman of the magistrates, must have been in a "deep doo doos" moment himself! Der, doh, dumb... decisons being made by doo doo Donkers! Hope PC Gillian Marr is well & on the mend. Alec Cikes

12:38pm Tue 25 Sep 12

perini says...

When I read 'suspended I rather hoped it would be by the neck!
When I read 'suspended I rather hoped it would be by the neck! perini

12:44pm Tue 25 Sep 12

whataday says...

This lad is obviously well on his way to bein ga career criminal already has
convictions. Get a bit sick of all this clap-trap about bad past . Everybody goes to school and, therefore, has some guidelines and morals instilled in them (even if the parents hadn't bothered). Therefore, they know right from wrong Why is our "justice" system so soft on criminals and, therefore, hard on victims. What consideration is given to the victim's past and/or future through these yobs
This lad is obviously well on his way to bein ga career criminal already has convictions. Get a bit sick of all this clap-trap about bad past . Everybody goes to school and, therefore, has some guidelines and morals instilled in them (even if the parents hadn't bothered). Therefore, they know right from wrong Why is our "justice" system so soft on criminals and, therefore, hard on victims. What consideration is given to the victim's past and/or future through these yobs whataday

12:44pm Tue 25 Sep 12

whataday says...

This lad is obviously well on his way to bein ga career criminal already has
convictions. Get a bit sick of all this clap-trap about bad past . Everybody goes to school and, therefore, has some guidelines and morals instilled in them (even if the parents hadn't bothered). Therefore, they know right from wrong Why is our "justice" system so soft on criminals and, therefore, hard on victims. What consideration is given to the victim's past and/or future through these yobs
This lad is obviously well on his way to bein ga career criminal already has convictions. Get a bit sick of all this clap-trap about bad past . Everybody goes to school and, therefore, has some guidelines and morals instilled in them (even if the parents hadn't bothered). Therefore, they know right from wrong Why is our "justice" system so soft on criminals and, therefore, hard on victims. What consideration is given to the victim's past and/or future through these yobs whataday

12:54pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Rochford Rob says...

"He must also complete 150 hours unpaid work, a thinking skills programme..."

Who, the yob or the Magistrate? Both should go I think. Actually, just the Magistrate, the scrote is beyond redemption and should be rendered down and used to make electricity.

WAFLOOB.
"He must also complete 150 hours unpaid work, a thinking skills programme..." Who, the yob or the Magistrate? Both should go I think. Actually, just the Magistrate, the scrote is beyond redemption and should be rendered down and used to make electricity. WAFLOOB. Rochford Rob

1:27pm Tue 25 Sep 12

beyond the valley of the asbos says...

is it a surprise morale in the police is so low?
is it a surprise morale in the police is so low? beyond the valley of the asbos

1:30pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Basildon.lad.21 says...

Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow!
Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow! Basildon.lad.21

1:30pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Basildon.lad.21 says...

Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow!
Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow! Basildon.lad.21

1:30pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Basildon.lad.21 says...

Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow!
Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow! Basildon.lad.21

1:30pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Basildon.lad.21 says...

Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow!
Complete 150 hours of unpaid work. Well I doubt he even works, and probably never will. Is this judge not taking his job seriously? I really do give up with this justice system in the UK. It appears that crime does actually pay. I may well start my criminal career starting from tommorow! Basildon.lad.21

1:59pm Tue 25 Sep 12

SpaffSpiff84 says...

The law is optional, didnt you know that?
The law is optional, didnt you know that? SpaffSpiff84

3:08pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Displeased of Shoebury says...

Once again let them off. Chairman of the bench what plant are you on?
Once again let them off. Chairman of the bench what plant are you on? Displeased of Shoebury

3:10pm Tue 25 Sep 12

boom2012 says...

This is the correct sentence in my view. Well done judge this kid is only 17 years old. Plus if someone runs out in front you whilst riding inevitably they willl get hit. Hope the moped rider has recovered from this ordeal.
This is the correct sentence in my view. Well done judge this kid is only 17 years old. Plus if someone runs out in front you whilst riding inevitably they willl get hit. Hope the moped rider has recovered from this ordeal. boom2012

3:48pm Tue 25 Sep 12

jolllyboy says...

name and shame.
17 years old and doesnt know he has done wrong
this is why this country/town is in the trouble it is.
name and shame. 17 years old and doesnt know he has done wrong this is why this country/town is in the trouble it is. jolllyboy

4:26pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Nebs says...

Judges should be elected.
Judges should be elected. Nebs

4:50pm Tue 25 Sep 12

beyond the valley of the asbos says...

Nebs wrote:
Judges should be elected.
or better still - judges should be made to live in gated communities with the thugs they let off.
[quote][p][bold]Nebs[/bold] wrote: Judges should be elected.[/p][/quote]or better still - judges should be made to live in gated communities with the thugs they let off. beyond the valley of the asbos

5:41pm Tue 25 Sep 12

firedog says...

What chance has the police woman,of getting the £200.compensation?
What chance has the police woman,of getting the £200.compensation? firedog

5:49pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Basildon.lad.21 says...

firedog wrote:
What chance has the police woman,of getting the £200.compensation?
He will probably get it instead cos he had a rough upbringing, and was on a stolen moped which is completely correct, and the officer shouldnt of been in his way trying to stop him because he was in the right.
[quote][p][bold]firedog[/bold] wrote: What chance has the police woman,of getting the £200.compensation?[/p][/quote]He will probably get it instead cos he had a rough upbringing, and was on a stolen moped which is completely correct, and the officer shouldnt of been in his way trying to stop him because he was in the right. Basildon.lad.21

9:49pm Tue 25 Sep 12

boom says...

What a **** joke, the judge should be locked up with the 2 waste of space teenagers. Unbelievable
What a **** joke, the judge should be locked up with the 2 waste of space teenagers. Unbelievable boom

10:24pm Tue 25 Sep 12

Nebs says...

At the age of 16 you can...
Apply for legal aid
Have sex, gay or straight, as long as your partner is also 16 +
Move out of the family home
Give consent to medical, dental and surgical treatment
Choose your own doctor
Work full time if you leave school
Claim benefits and get a National Insurance number
Claim child tax credit if responsible for at least one child
Invest in a cash ISA
Do the football pools and play the National Lottery
Buy Premium Bonds
Fly a glider
Order your own passport
Commit all manner of crimes and remain anonymous.
At the age of 16 you can... Apply for legal aid Have sex, gay or straight, as long as your partner is also 16 + Move out of the family home Give consent to medical, dental and surgical treatment Choose your own doctor Work full time if you leave school Claim benefits and get a National Insurance number Claim child tax credit if responsible for at least one child Invest in a cash ISA Do the football pools and play the National Lottery Buy Premium Bonds Fly a glider Order your own passport Commit all manner of crimes and remain anonymous. Nebs

10:37pm Tue 25 Sep 12

notinwestcliffanymore says...

knighs1 wrote:
Clearly not enough! ....how about a Holiday in Florida! that will show em!
probably a good idea, as in florida this crime would be punished by a hail of bullets from the downed copper, regardless of his "personal background"
[quote][p][bold]knighs1[/bold] wrote: Clearly not enough! ....how about a Holiday in Florida! that will show em![/p][/quote]probably a good idea, as in florida this crime would be punished by a hail of bullets from the downed copper, regardless of his "personal background" notinwestcliffanymore

1:05am Thu 27 Sep 12

Devils Advocate says...

Before all you righteous citizens get carried away over this heinous crime, How many of you exceed the speed limit, leap through red lights, cycle on footpaths etc. etc?
Just because you were lucky not to injure a Police officer? I would still force you criminals to spend a week in America, as it is your examples that are leading our young astray!
Before all you righteous citizens get carried away over this heinous crime, How many of you exceed the speed limit, leap through red lights, cycle on footpaths etc. etc? Just because you were lucky not to injure a Police officer? I would still force you criminals to spend a week in America, as it is your examples that are leading our young astray! Devils Advocate

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