Justin Bieber won't face criminal charges for car incident. Pop star Justin Bieber won't face criminal charges for accidentally hitting a photographer with his pickup truck last month, police have said. The 2. 3- year- old was leaving a service with the Hillsong Church group in Los Angeles when his large vehicle knocked down the paparazzo, 5. Maurice Lamont, who fell to the ground and ended up in hospital with leg injuries. But TMZ reports that authorities are 'not recommending any criminal charges against him' as the act lacked intent. Scroll down for video. Off the hook? Justin Bieber will NOT face criminal charges for hitting photographer with his truck..
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In a twist in the story, it's claimed that the photographer is legally viable to be criminally charged for standing in a road - something that is against the law in the US. However, as police were not present at the time of the incident to witness him stood there, no charges can be made for the minor crime. Justin could, however, face a civil lawsuit; and it's thought that this will likely happen. But the Sorry singer has an advantage here too, as TMZ explain he 'had the right of way, was blinded by camera flashes and the photog was where he shouldn't have been [sic].'Meanwhile, Maurice recently posted a video on Instagram from his hospital bed where he went for treatment for a leg injury sustained in the collision, in which he said he doesn’t blame the ‘Sorry’ hitmaker for the accident. He said: 'OK. Shotgetter's hanging in there everybody. Hour before my birthday hits I get ran over by Justin Bieber. Isn't that something? He's a good kid though.
I think the truck was a little bit too big for him though 'cause there's no way he could see over the front.'But like I said, he got out, he was compassionate, he's a good kid, accidents happen. Hopefully everything works out here. Getting ready to go into the x- rays right now. As the incident occurred, Justin was seen trying to help the man to his feet after he fell to the ground beside the vehicle outside the Saban Theatre in LA. Pictures show the 5. Not over yet: Justin could, however, face a civil lawsuit; and it's thought that this will likely happen. According to abc. Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian were also at the church event Justin had attended, but were not involved in the collision.
Beverly Hills police Lt Scott Dowling told the New York Daily News that the collision had taken place at 'extremely slow speed' just before 9. Justin was driving his black Dodge Ram out of his street parking space and turning right when the collision occurred. He hit the photographer in the knee and he fell to the ground. Justin immediately stopped his truck and climbed out of the cab, walking around the front to find the snapper lying on the ground. He asked the photographer if he was OK or if he was injured.
The man was clutching his leg and crying out in pain, although the extent of his injuries were not immediately apparent. His camera equipment and baseball cap lay scattered on the ground beside him, while one shoe had partially come off. The photographer told Justin that he was fine and joked with the singer that something was bound to happen at some point. Whatever his injuries, they didn't appear to be life- threatening as his fellow photographers simply stood around snapping more pictures. As Justin spoke to the man, he didn't appear to look too concerned as his offer for a hand up went ignored. Sorry: Police and paramedics arrived to Hillsong Church in Los Angeles after Justin Bieber hit a photographer with his truck.
Knocking around: The 2. Watch Food, Inc. Online Freeform. Hillsong Church group in Los Angeles when his large vehicle knocked down the paparazzo, who fell to the ground and ended up in hospital with leg injuries. He stood aside nonchalantly with his hands in his pockets, as the medics arrived on the scene to assess the situation. Beverly Hills Police arrived shortly afterward, as Justin was seen explaining what had happened to two officers.
One ambulance, a fire truck and ten police cars arrived on scene, and Justin spoke to authorities before going inside the church. The photographer, meanwhile, was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz, who is a close friend of Justin's, also stopped by the scene to make sure everything was OK. Full story: The Canadian pop star, 2.
Selena Gomez, 2. 5, models Sahara Ray, 2. Sofia Richie, 1. 8 - admitted that he was 'never going to be perfect' but wasn't going to let resentment run his life. The Canadian singer, who has an 'intense' relationship with Lentz, has been described as the 'Tom Cruise' of the Hillsong Church group. And in his Instagram bio, Justin links to a sermon by Miami pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr, as opposed to one of his music videos or his songs on i.
Tunes. The collision came just days after Justin cancelled the final 1. Purpose World Tour. The crooner announced he would not be finishing the remainder of his scheduled stadium shows in a statement on his website.'Due to unforeseen circumstances, Justin Bieber will cancel the remainder of the Purpose World Tour concerts,' management wrote in a statement. Justin loves his fans and hates to disappoint them. 'He thanks his fans for the incredible experience of the Purpose World Tour over last 1. Reflection: In the midst of his reflection, he revealed that he also wanted his 'mind, heart, and soul' to be 'sustainable' like his career so he could become a better man (Pictured in 2. He is grateful and honored to have shared that experience with his cast and crew for over 1.
However, after careful consideration he has decided he will not be performing any further dates. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.'This comes after Australia's Channel Nine entertainment guru Richard Wilkins has claimed that the real reason Bieber decided to step off the tour bus was that he wanted to 'reconnect with his faith' and possibly start his own church. Justin took to Instagram overnight to post his own statement on the matter. Help: The pop star was seen attempting to help the man to his feet after he fell to the ground beside Justin's truck'I m so grateful for this journey with all of you,' he wrote in an Instagram snap.
Im grateful for the tours but most of all I am grateful I get to go through this life WITH YOU.! Learning and growing hasn't always been easy but knowing I im not alone has kept me going. 'I have let my insecurities get the best of me at time, I let my broken relationships dictate the way I acted toward people and the way I treated them! I let bitterness, jealousy and fear run my life.!!!! He added: 'I am extremely blessed to have people in the past few years help me build my character back up reminding me of who I am and who I want to be!!! 'Reminding me of my past decisions and past relationships don't dictate my future decisions and my future relationships. Continuing: 'Im VERY aware I'm never gonna be perfect, and I'm gonna keep making mistakes but what I'm not gonna do is let my past dictate my future. What I'm not gonna do is be ashamed of my mistakes. Watch Shooter Online Hulu. I wanna be a man that learns from them and grows from them.!!' (sic.)In the midst of his reflection, he revealed that he also wanted his 'mind, heart, and soul' to be 'sustainable' like his career so he could become a better man.'I want you all to know this tour has been unbelievable and has taught me so much about myself..