Joshua Greek and Mason were cited for following too close. Officers said had the two drivers not been following so close, the accident could have been prevented. That's what caused the accident. Barksdale said police escorts would have made little difference. The only difference would be, when the accident occurred, it would have been our fault and they would have been able to get deep in the pockets of the city.
Liability is a big issue.
It's not a police function. Police spokesman Officer Kirk Manlove said in order for a funeral procession to be allowed to disregard traffic laws, there must be a lead car with an amber or purple light. The Springfield News-Leader, a Gannett company. Use of this site signifies your agreement to the Terms of Service .