Around this time of year, we’re bombarded by a dizzying array of “Best of” and “Top 10” lists for the year, especially with critics’ picks for the best (and worst) in movies, books, television, and music. But why don’t we see similar lists being compiled for the legal system? After all, there were plenty of notable moments this past year that involved brushes with the law. If you don’t believe me, just check out these highlights (and lowlights) from the past year.
The “Adding Injury to Insult” award goes to Isaac Bonsu of Fairfax County, Virginia. On March 3, 2018, Bonsu was pulled over by the police because of an “equipment violation” on his car (excessive window tint) and suspicion of DUI. Bonsu was clearly worried about being arrested because, according to police dashcam videos, he got out of his vehicle and began running away. Unfortunately, the allegedly high Bonsu had forgotten to put his car in park and, when he ran in front of the car, it moved forward, running him over. Bonsu wound up facing charges of felony hit and run, possession of marijuana, and his third DUI—all of which pales in comparison to being run over by your own car.
