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Brooke Walker Reporting A UHP crash review board determined the punishment for a trooper who ran a red light last March and crashed into another car. After a one-week suspension without pay, Trooper Jeremy Floyd is back at work. Victims of that accident don't feel the punishment fits the crime.
Tina Murray was the driver of the other car involved. She says she thinks of the accident every day and, to her, one week doesn't come close to justice.
Trooper Jeremy Floyd was responding to a reckless driving call on March 23. According to an investigation by Tooele County Sherriff's Department, he was in pursuit, traveling at a high speed. His lights were on, but not his siren -- a direct violation of policy.
Floyd slammed in to Murray's car, causing it to roll multiple times. Murray was seriously hurt; she suffered a broken jaw and other injuries. Her two children were also in the car and they had minor injuries.
We met with Murray back in April. At the time, she was preparing for surgery and simple, everyday tasks were a challenge. Today on the phone, she said recovery is slow and that she still struggles with movement and pain. She says she has received no apology from Trooper Floyd and feels the action taken was less than appropriate.
The Highway Patrol defends their decision.
Sgt. Jeff Nigbur, Utah Highway Patrol: "We believe, in this situation that is a pretty severe punishment. People have to pay mortgages, they have to take care of their families; and without a week of pay, that definitely hurts."
A UHP spokesperson says the incident will be noted, but the situation is now behind them. The trooper was also cited for running a red light. He plead no contest to that charge and paid a $112 fine.
Tina Murray is working with an attorney to seek further action
