Woman Jailed for Dragging Police Officers During Aviemore Arrest

Aviemore Police Pursuit: Woman Jailed After Dragging Officers Aviemore, Scotland – A 43-year-old woman, Lauren Baird, has been jailed for 18 months and banned from driving for 43 months following a dangerous incident involving police officers. The incident unfolded in Aviemore, Scotland, on a rainy night. Baird initially gave officers a false name before attempting to escape arrest. In doing so, she dragged two officers along the road, causing them injury. The incident was captured on dashcam footage. "The actions of Ms. Baird were reckless and put the lives of our officers at serious risk," stated a Police Scotland spokesperson. The spokesperson further highlighted the importance of respecting police authority and the consequences of resisting arrest. The video evidence presented in court clearly showed Baird's vehicle speeding away, with officers clinging to the car before being thrown to the ground. The severity of the injuries sustained by the officers has not been publicly released. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers daily. Baird's sentencing reflects the seriousness of her actions and sends a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated.