A subsequent investigation by Thames Valley Police saw Butler, of Windermere Road, Reading, charged with dangerous driving and obstructing/obstructing an emergency worker.
“Totally unacceptable”
He pleaded guilty to both offenses at a hearing at Reading Magistrates’ Court on August 10 and the case was adjourned for sentencing at Reading Crown Court on November 2. Appearing at the crown court last Wednesday, Butler was sentenced to eight months in prison, suspended for 18 months, and ordered to complete 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirement and 200 hours of unpaid work over an 18-month period. He was also banned from driving for three years and ordered to pay £600 costs. Sergeant Matt Cadmore, investigating officer at Thames Valley Police, said: “Butler’s driving was completely unacceptable. “By deliberately attempting to impede the progress of this ambulance, he was putting other road users at great risk, and at the same time, he was delaying an emergency vehicle on its way to a medical emergency.” He added: “Butler will have to complete extensive driving tests at the end of his disqualification to get his license back and was given a suspended prison sentence, which will run immediately if he is convicted of any other offences. “
