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Officer Sentenced to 27 Months for Fatal Crash

4/7/2026

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Police Officer Sentenced

Pc Mark Roberts was sentenced to 27 months in prison for causing Muriel Pinkney's death while responding to an emergency call.
The July 2022 incident involved running a red light at 43 mph and colliding with Muriel Pinkney's motorbike, after which Roberts was banned from driving for over five years.
The victim's family expressed understanding and did not want him jailed.

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Officer Crashes Duty

A St. George police officer was cited after crashing on duty early April 6, with minor damage to city property and no injuries.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.
The office noted the officer may have fallen asleep at the wheel.
Witness Mikettalyn Ipson expressed relief the officer was unharmed and urged understanding of potential personal challenges.
Officials highlighted drowsy driving as dangerous as drunk driving.

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Police Officer Sentenced

Pc Mark Roberts was sentenced to 27 months in prison for causing Muriel Pinkney's death while responding to an emergency call.
The July 2022 incident involved running a red light at 43 mph and colliding with Muriel Pinkney's motorbike, after which Roberts was banned from driving for over five years.
The victim's family expressed understanding and did not want him jailed.

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