An agent of the Municipal Traffic Police (PMT) lived moments of tension in Chichicastenango, Quichehanging from the door of a picop whose driver allegedly tried to evade a traffic operation.
In the images spread on social networks It is observed that the vehicle moves forward while the agent holds on to the door to avoid falling to the pavement. Another element of the PMT He runs behind the car in an attempt to help his partner.
During the program Direct Impactfrom Guatevisión, the case of the agent of the PMT who was left hanging from a pickaxe during an operation in Chichicastenango, Quiche. The analysis highlighted that the situation not only reflected the alleged recklessness of the driver who tried to evade control, but also the danger to which the agent exposed himself by holding on to the moving vehicle.
“They can’t risk their lives like that.“, it was noted, warning that this type of intervention could lead to serious consequences for traffic agents.
Risk and protocols in operations
In the program it was explained that, in the event of evasion, agents can opt for less risky mechanisms, such as writing down the license plate number or following up with cameras.
“Simply write down the license plate number or the tracking number on the cameras.“, it was indicated.
It was also suggested that the procedure You should avoid direct contact with a moving vehicle. “They move away from the vehicle, they tell the driver: get off.”, was explained when comparing other intervention protocols.
The analysis highlighted that the scene could have ended in a major emergency.
“It could have happened on a narrow street, another vehicle at the same time and a situation to regret with the life of this PMT agent”, he warned.
Possible legal consequences
Regarding the driver’s performance, in Direct Impact It was mentioned that the case could have criminal implications if it is determined that it endangered the officer’s life. “This is already a criminal activity”, it was stated during the program.
Furthermore, it was pointed out that the Penal Codein article 409, contemplates the crime of attack against authority.
“The sentence can be from one to three years.”was explained in the analysis.
It was also indicated that administrative sanctions should have a deterrent effect. “License must be suspended for one year”, was proposed as an exemplary measure to prevent other drivers from repeating this type of actions.
So far, authorities have not reported whether the driver was identified or punished.
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