Speed and Silence: The Latest in a String of Police Mishaps The incident on Westminster Bridge last week, where a police boat struck the bridge and injured five officers, raises more questions than answers about the Metropolitan Police's Marine Policing Unit.
While Commander Nick John praised the "quick thinking" of those involved, it's hard not to wonder if the unit's high speed maneuvers are worth the risks.
The collision occurred while responding to a report of a person in the water near Battersea. However, even in emergency situations, speed should not come at the expense of safety.