As always you can unsubscribe at any time. THE WOMAN WANTED TO MEET PC ALEX BONIFACE FROM CHANNEL 5 SHOW. Personal details. Jason released a post, saying: "I've never been one to post comments on social media. #trafficcops @channel5_tv. The system, riddled with institutional homophobia as it is, needs to be dealt with. 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. The police didnt create the monster that is Port, but they did have a responsibility to investigate his crimes properly. 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. Mr Jeyes said that, after police identified and located him, Parker then turned his attentions to the two Derbyshire cops. 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Here in Derbyshire our own officers, such as PCs Alex Boniface and Jason Potts, have become stars in their own rights through Channel 5's Traffic Cops. 0 following. 09:49 EST 06 Feb 2019 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. Derbyshire traffic cops from a hit TV series helped to make a dying woman's wish come true. PC Alex Boniface who appears on the show Traffic Cops, paid a surprise visit to Linda Garton's home in Swadlincote alongside officers . Monday sees the return of Traffic Cops to our screens. 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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. 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. The traffic cops hunt criminals using cloned number plates. Well, Series 9 of Traffic Cops returns to Channel5, from next Monday 22nd Feb at 8pm. 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. He has 14 previous convictions for 36 offences including a different offence of stalking a Nottinghamshire police officer for which he was jailed for 10 months. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. A teenage driver leads the cops on a high-speed chase. Shaun Wane is set to have a Test series later this year. Jason Potts has become one of the most recognisable faces on Channel 5's Traffic Cops. Jailing him for eight months, Judge Nirmal Shant QC said: "This was a bad piece of driving. A POLICE officer well known for his appearances on TV show Traffic Cops was hurt while capturing a car thief. 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. Self - Derbyshire Police (as Police Constable Alex Boniface) 2010 8 eps; Credits. Something went wrong, please try again later. Traffic Cops stars visited dying Swadlincote woman in her final wish. It ended in the crash in Beech Avenue, Ripley and Shabir then fled on foot, but was captured nearby. How no-one died or were not more seriously injured is a miracle, Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. After being caught, the defendant, of Ripley, then told officers he would tell them everything if they let his girlfriend go free. Now time to put your feet up mate and I wish you success in what adventures life takes you on next. 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. The episode of Traffic Cops will be broadcast on February 17 2023 on 5 Action at 9:00 PM. Learn more about contributing; Edit page. 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NEW TEAM MEMBERS ARRIVING. PC Jason Potts has spoken about the impact of the Channel 5 show on the county's roads policing unit and how officers have had to get used to being on camera and seeing themselves on the small . The pair were on duty in Long Eaton on Saturday, January 12, when they spotted the red Vauxhall Corsa driven by Liam Swinfield. , updated 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. 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." Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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An uninsured car stop kicks off, and a damaged pickup truck t Read allA fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. PARK PATROLS CONTINUE. "I truly feel honoured to have had so many people take the time to post messages. Alfie Parker tracked down the constables' private Facebook accounts after watching them on the Channel 5 show Traffic Cops. Close Encounters: With Alex Boniface, Craig Dawes, Karl Jackson, Vicki Martin. This fast-paced British reality series shows the daily lives of officers patrolling the roadways of England. 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. . Follow all of today's rugby league with us. Jason Potts is called to a rush-hour crash on the A50, while Alex Boniface takes the lead in the pursuit of a stolen. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Alex Boniface Fan Account. DERBYSHIRE police officers from a hit TV series helped to make a dying woman's wish come true. 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. 24-year-old Parker also sent one Facebook message to the son of officer A warning he was a dead man. 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! It left the officer with deep wounds to his forearm which required 16 stitches at the Royal Derby Hospital. Thank you Jason and enjoy your retirement. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He announced his retirement back in May with a statement discussing his history as a cop and how other people can be inspired to join specialist units. The footage, supplied by Derbyshire police, showed the 19-year-old Usman Kiani, his car full with passengers, jump a road block, undertake and then overtake shocked officers who were trying to stop him. Lewes Crown Court heard that on June 25 and July 26, 2018, Wright drove a marked police car through red traffic lights in Worthing as if responding to an emergency call. Who is Paul Burrell married to as he shares cancer struggles with husband? A fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. A WHITE-KNUCKLE car chase through Derby has seen a man jailed in what . Daniel Whitworth, Jack Taylor, Anthony Walgate and Gabriel Kovari were killed by Stephen Port. Believing we were equal in the eyes of the law made us forget the dismissiveness, disinterest and victim blaming many of our LGBT brothers and sisters experienced at the hands of the police. "You reached 60mph in a 30mph limit pedestrian area and the risk of you causing serious injury was obvious. In the Greater Manchester force I heard the word queer often, mainly from sergeants about prisoners. Traffic . Here in Derbyshire our own officers, such as PCs Alex Boniface and Jason Potts, have become stars in their own rights through Channel 5's Traffic Cops. An uninsured car stop kicks off, and a damaged pickup truck turns out to be a hit and run.A fail to stop pursuit has a hysterical unwilling female passenger. 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? Here he round up some of the death-defying cases of shocking driving he covered during 2021. 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. Your service hasnt gone unnoticed and everyone is truly grateful. Christopher Jeyes, prosecuting, said the first offences took place against the partner of the Nottinghamshire officer in December. Alex takes policing in his stride and he doesn't look half bad doing it. Concept. TV Series. The defendant, of Victory Avenue, tested positive for cannabis and that cannabis, a grinder and 395 was in the car. 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?. For many straight cops, being gay was seen as unnatural. Something went wrong, please try again later. "That is common sense because your driving was bad. As well as the custodial sentence, Judge Smith disqualified the teenager from driving for five-and-a-half years. 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. Accountant Graham Wildin built an incredible 10,000sq/ft leisure complex which has a bowling alley, casino, a cinema and more at the back of his home. gay man, David Cary, won compensation from the Met. Drug and drink driving is a constant problem for the Police. A former policeman has been jailed for four months for lying about using his patrol car to driver through red traffic lights. With high-speed chases, drug busts, and hardcore criminals abound, you'll feel like your heart is on a motorway. 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". Seniors officers directed us to do this because, they said, these men were causing a public nuisance. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. He then sent messages to them, their wives, ex-wives and children saying . 733 followers. The offences all took place between Belper and Sandiacre shortly before 2am on December 20, 2020. Shital Maher, for Parker, said her client was placed into care between the ages of 13 and 18 after suffering physical abuse. I lost my job. For more stories from where you live, visit InYourArea. The new series will be airing from Monday 22 February. 2022-03-07 - By SAMUEL HODKISS & LORNA HUGHES. An uninsured car stop kicks off, and a damaged pickup truck turns out to be a hit and run. Operation Revoke is a casualty reduction initiative that sees our officers referring drivers to the DVLA if they suffer from medical issues that mean they're not safe to be behind the . He said the defendant sent her a friend request and then threatening messages when it was not accepted. Chief Constable Giles York, who chaired the hearing, concluded that had he still been serving, he would have been dismissed from the force. 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 . 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. 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