sf wrote:

> It is illegal to pass or drive on the shoulder, so I don't believe any
> of that "it was an unfortunate accident" crap. I am very prejudiced
> and my mind is closed on the subject. The driver is guilty and
> should have the book thrown at him/her.
>
Are shoulders of the road the only place police officers are
accidentally plowed down? Nope. How 'bout the one in the middle of the
intersection directing traffic?