Cop fired for driving and eating, crashing into cars.

A police officer was recently let go from his job after causing a car accident while indulging in his lunch. The incident took place in March, when PC Adejuwon Adebiyi was driving a Ford Transit police van and a box of food on the passenger seat caught his eye. This resulted in a significant distraction for the officer, causing him to veer off course and collide with a parked BMW. Instead of taking responsibility for his actions, Adebiyi chose to drive away from the scene, ultimately leading to his dismissal from the force.

According to the Forensic Collision Investigation report, there was enough space for Adebiyi to pass by the parked car without incident. However, CCTV footage from the van revealed that the officer was eating from the box on the passenger seat, which was a major distraction. Adebiyi initially denied the collision to both the traffic sergeant and his line manager, but the viral CCTV footage proved otherwise.

In a misconduct report, Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor stated that even if Adebiyi was unaware of the collision, which is unlikely, it would have been reasonable for him to get out of the van and investigate. Taylor also highlighted the fact that the officer's actions extended beyond the collision itself, as he continued to deny the incident and attempted to cover it up.

Adebiyi eventually admitted to driving without due care and attention, failing to stop at the scene of the accident, and failing to report it. This was deemed as gross misconduct by the conduct panel, resulting in his dismissal from the police force. In addition to his misconduct, videos of the incident were also shared on social media, further exposing the officer's behavior to the public.

AC Taylor also took note of the fact that the owner of the damaged car's husband drove the vehicle home without knowing it was a potential hazard, which could have caused harm. Despite Adebiyi's remorse and acknowledgement of the impact of his actions, AC Taylor felt that the gravity of his behavior warranted dismissal without notice. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and responsibility, especially for those in positions of authority. Stay updated with the latest news from London by visiting The Agency's London news hub.

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