Erdington Mercedes driver gives police ridiculous excuse why illegal actions aren't a crime

A haphazard driver who borrowed his friend's yellow Mercedes without permission has been put in his place by Erdington police. The male, who also drove the luxury motor without a licence or insurance, had ridiculously argued it was not a crime.

Police said the driver also then didn't put his seatbelt on when he was collected from the scene in another vehicle. Police said the car was seized, while the driver was fined and will receive points on his licence.

Erdington officers shared news of the stop earlier today, Sunday, November 24. PCs Mark & Tom also shared their "top tip" as not how to act following this incident.

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Taking to X, Erdington Police posted: "#Seized. Here's a top tip from #Erdington NHT PCs Mark & Tom: Don't drive your friend's car without permission, a licence, insurance & then argue it's not a crime. Finally, don't not put your seatbelt on when you're collected and drive off. Fine and alllll the points in the post."