Police Interceptor Answers YOUR Questions! #2

[@formhubfar]

Hoping you can clear this up Ben, there is a rumor going about that while chasing a suspect you leaped over a garden fence and landed on the back of a goat, word is that goat bucked for all it was worth but you held on for a solid 10 seconds.., is that true?

[@JoshGudgeon]

Pin this comment! 🤣🤣🤣 🐐

[@formhubfar]

@@Calvi36 Now I know your from over here in Norn Argland mate.., bout ye?

[@formhubfar]

@@Calvi36 Its just when you said buck.., its not a term I have heard outside of here used in the same context.., but any way.., I hope you and yours are keeping well.

[@formhubfar]

@@Calvi36 Like in the US when they say can ya give me a buck?.., if only they knew.

[@cheman579]

@@formhubfar If u mean buck like a horse or goat or a goose or summat rearing up trying to throw u off then we also say it all up North of England lad

[@secretbrad9259]

Bought the book, cried a lot, our story is similar. Joined 2001 response officer, witnessed a lot, no help, tutor constable before becoming an interceptor! You are my inspiration thank you Ben. You really don’t realise how much you help the likes of me! Keep strong and safe!

[@Harley-df8ok]

I suffer with anxiety quite badly, these videos of yours help to put things into perspective for me. It’s pretty bad at the moment so thank you. Stay strong Ben xx

[@callumdean]

Same man. Hope you manage to get it under control soon bud

[@whatwhywhenthen]

I'm a sufferer of anxiety, just try to be aware of your breathing, breathe in relaxed, until your lungs feel full, release with ease, continue this with everything you do and you'll feel the difference x hope it helps anyone. Honestly my anxiety is ruthless

[@residentelect]

@@whatwhywhenthen Great advice mate. Like many of us who follow Ben I suffer from PTSD which can manifest itself in horrific anxiety attacks. It's not helped by the fact that I have stressed induced epilepsy, so the actual daily anxiety of becoming "too anxious" can be overwhelming! The breathing exercises taught by my counsellor have saved me from completely crashing. Something so simple we take for granted and barely think about, yet learning when to actively think about it and do it properly has had a profound impact on my day to day life.

[@1979jon]

I suffered too, started martial arts and it makes a huge difference.

[@njo6973]

Hi Ben, I hope you're keeping well. As a serving cop myself I just want to say thanks to you for bringing to light all of the issues and crap we have to deal with in this thankless role. Keep up the great work and the videos....you're an inspiration mate👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼keep safe

[@jannybroekman-vanheiningen85]

Always,and always so great to hear your stories Ben. And i will thank you for the second book you wrote. Again wonderfully written, i love the way you write, it's honest, with some humor, self-mockery, the disappointment you felt. Please don't stop writting, don't stop telling and sharing your feelings and stories. You help us all. Thanks a lot Ben.

[@natevans267]

I have always admired and respected police in the UK regardless of what anyone else thinks, and watching your videos only grows my love. I hope everyone in the police can be more like you

[@tidmouthmilk12]

ngl, may have let out a small cheer when he said Back to the Future was his favourite film ^^ (also, coincidentally, happy Back to the Future day!)

[@markgr1nyer]

I love the idea of a "blue lights on" song being the spongebob theme tune....blue lights on > are you ready kids > aye aye captain

[@BadgerUKvideo]

Salt & Vinegar Quavers sounds horrible...but better than Salt & Vinegar McCoy's? That statement is too bold to not take seriously.

[@BenPearson1965]

There stunning!!

[@jasonallsop260]

Absolutely a top man,so brave talking about your mental health,you will have helped many men admit that they are also suffering who didn't realise it,myself included

[@joeblack1828]

Thanks for answering my question Ben! It’s a great education to hear about the experiences of policing from a different perspective

[@kathrynnewton5203]

Ty Ben. Don't stop being yourself. That includes getting tongue tied and shy. You help more by just talking and being relatable. Cheers from Oz

[@oliviawilcox5759]

Hi Ben, I have been listening to Hand Cuffed Emotions on my walk to work the past two days. Bought the book and read it as soon as it came out and now reading Hotel Tango 23. Loving them ! X

[@Duckling989]

Ben. What a fantastic bloke you are. Such an inspiration to today’s youth. Love your videos keep it up fella. Much love from Manchester 💜

[@CAD9686]

Love your videos mate, I've spoken to numerous Police colleagues in the force I work for who find you a real inspiration!

[@kprnr7140]

Traffic cop always sounded like the most fun type of police officer to be. How to manage not to speed in the A Team van 😂

[@EmperorMingg]

About the Pen as a handy tool with Hot Fuzz, when that snobby guy gets really irate with Angel making notes, “stop WRITING!!!” Hahaha class video boys

[@mcgherkinstudios]

Ahh the man has had both a Clio Valver and a 172…. Clearly Ben has taste 👍

[@danielmarshall4587]

AWESOME point regarding the "what's an acceptable speed" debate, and YES it's the cupboard for tomato sauce/ketchup. Another great vid cheers.

[@danielmarshall4587]

Finding lost people, PRAISE BE Mr Pearson

[@TestGearJunkie.]

Sorry, we keep ours in the fridge. No room in the cupboard anyway 🤣

[@VWT6_edition30]

Nearly 24 minutes of questioning and not 1 question about the white hair 🤣🤣🤣

[@micrapro]

Keep doing what you're doing Ben! I bought both your books because I ran out of your videos 😅 I started the first one and couldn't put the thing down! Recommended to everyone 👍

[@TestGearJunkie.]

Half way through HT23 at the moment, both books are amazing, although I think the first one needed better proof reading, lots of typing mishtooks 😆 Sorry Ben, I notice these things, my other half is a writer and is well into her 3rd book, and I do the proof reading, so I spot these things 😋

[@trustedsource4631]

Awesome as always Ben, question for the next Q&A - when you were still in the job, what was your go to thing to do to unwind after a crappy shift

[@spartan8705]

7:05 Firearms'll probably go to the NFC in Leeds to be analysed by their people & see if it's been used in any other crimes If it's a particularly interesting example, the Royal Armouries might hang on to it as part of their modern collection

[@KonjacTaylor]

Ben for prime minister

[@BenPearson1965]

😂😂😂

[@harvkent8017]

Love how Ben shouted out the happy hour podcast, Ben was definitely the best guest jaackmaate had on.

[@rippawallet]

Ben and Danny from RateMyTakeaway

[@phelanpawly2507]

Anyone else reckon Ben looks like Karl Pilkingtons older brother 😂

[@jonah406]

Can't not see it now, good spot 😄😄

[@ZJS0113]

11:40... I think of speed limits as safety zones: 20= high likelihood of having to do an emergency stop (hence why are trained to do them during driving lessons and the test in 20zones only) - defensive driving 30=medium to high likelyhood of having to slow or stop - defensive driving 40= medium to low risk of stopping - defensive driving 50= low to no footfall and/or risk of the roadlayout - defensive driving NSA= real driving, 60/70mph unless hazards (i.e. corners, junctions, blind dips and summits, other traffic) - progressive driving

[@residentelect]

Someone's been studying their Roadcraft manual 😁 Great post mate 👍

[@ZJS0113]

@@residentelect i've never read that sh*t in my life. Lol

[@basedenglishguy]

Hi Ben I have two questions for you... Can someone join the police force with a criminal record? And what do you drive?

[@ukultimaterc]

Said this before mate, you are so much stronger than you think. I really hope this channel helps you so much, you are a top bloke with some amazing stories, some funny some tragic but all told from the heart with honesty. Keep it up buddy.

[@JimBiddle.]

Cracking, cheers Ben.

[@calzonie5763]

Cheers Jim

[@archechme]

>the weapons get destroyed Nah, they got sold. The tory government wouldn't wanna lose the chance of a fat cheque.

[@madyottoyotto3055]

BEN when the readings come back from the breathalyser Say a reading of 140 is this PPM (parts per million)¿?

[@stevelowen43]

you sound like a decent man its a shame not all police are like you, i can remember the bullies back in the 80s that treated everyone like crap, all the best mate

[@paulcollyer801]

Re the 174 at the roadside, I saw a 151, and the ONLY clue (apart from the four write offs) was a slow and confused response to questions. Eyes, fine. No slurring. No smell of “intoxicating liquor”. Dang.

[@finnjames1]

Ben you’re an absolute inspiration. I understand you’ve had extremely tough days working as an officer however your stories are incredible, thank you for sharing it all with us. All the best X

[@mikeyboy200606]

Lol I remember the green screen my grandad was a nightmare me use to drive his car with no tax and MOT he use to get pulled all the time and he use to say he is going to book in.

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

Keep em coming dude love every. Video so far totally hooked on the channel mate ❤️

[@BenPearson1965]

Hi guys! My first book "Handcuffed Emotions: A Police Interceptor's Drive Into Darkness" is now available as an AUDIOBOOK on Audible/Amazon! Not into reading? well, why not let me read it to you? bit.ly/HandcuffedAudible Thanks so much for your questions, Ben x

[@irenegroden6480]

You are a great police officer..thank you

[@MrFoxxRaven]

Ben if you run for PM it'll be the first time I ever get up and vote.

[@nathanwinwood6123]

Hi Ben. I used to watch you and your teem every night when you were on. Because of that I'm 16 and taking public services in college wanting to eventually be a police officer. Is there any tips you would give that would make me stand out amongst the crowd?? Thank you for being an inspiration. Keep up the videos.

[@puccipuu1797]

Hey. My advice be yourself think outside the box with any answers you give. Think of professional experience (school and education ect and also home experience. Such as friends and family situations. Dosnt need to be huge and out of the box situation just something that demonstrates your abilities. Also joining specials is always a great way to gain some experience

[@Laurawalker1984]

You are so amazing Ben keep doing the videos and I'm going to purchase your book ..I live in Bradford and was a massive fan of police interceptors especially when you was on amazing man Im a depressant and have been for years and had therapy ect so I get carrying the rucksack around x

[@BenPearson1965]

Thank you

[@angryharry7355]

I got pulled doing 40 in a 30 and just got a slap on the wrist, but no fine. What is the highest speed you've pulled someone over at, but not issued a penalty?

[@Adz907]

Saw a guy on Road Wars a few years back blow 154 and was relatively coherent, not stumbling at all. The officer involved were in shock!

[@lino2495]

Where can I get that shirt ben!!! Loved the video! never stop buddy :)

[@K1NKYN1NJA]

the question about the justice system and sentencing is something i feel super strongly about. In my local area a pair of blokes got caught smuggling drugs, they got 11 years. Drunk driver crashes into broken down car and kills a 15 year old kid, 7 years. like my mind cannot fathom how you can get behind the wheel of a car drunk, kill someone and still get less time than a drugs offense.

[@notmenotme614]

At least the drunk driver got 7 years. I’ve heard of drivers who have killed people and completely avoided jail, they got a suspended sentence (which is literally nothing)

[@Diglett_Dude]

Thanks again, always interesting to listen to.

[@mattdominic3028]

Cant believe I'm saying this but respect. Very insightfull

[@thomashughes7694]

What a great guy. Honestly - we need more real, honest people to talk about their awesome careers.

[@Solitude11-11]

I’d vote for you for PM 😊

[@OnceInNeverOut]

Top man Ben 👌🏻👊🏻 One thing though....when you go to the barbers do you just say.. " I'll have a skunk back and sides please mate".

[@residentelect]

Oof! 🤣

[@BenPearson1965]

Or a Keith Chegwin

[@OnceInNeverOut]

Hahahaha

[@selfselfself]

The pen remark about being able to "f**k you up big time" was brilliant.

[@laurenbrooker3453]

My first drink drive arrest blew 185, the custody skipper said he'd never seen anything that high, no idea how the bloke was still standing, he'd hit 4 vehicles across the borough before we got called to him, maniac

[@panopticemu]

I know in some places drugs are burnt in the crematorium, while weapons are taken to the armoury to be destroyed (or sold depending on their value and condition). And yeah, they're usually kept on hand until after the court case is finished. I love everything you're doing and ngl it's helping me tackle my own LEO related PTSD so thank you

[@m4h00]

Love the t-shirt!

[@sharkeyist]

As a circa y2k boy racer, the pen is so true!!

[@peterbennpan7288]

The Police Interceptor cars that you see on the TV like the BMW M140i, Golf R , Audi S3 & Cupra 300 4Drive who is it that chooses to have them kind of cars as unmarked Police cars?

[@BenPearson1965]

Vehicle fleet. Some vehicle fleet people are on the ball. Others haven’t heard of a Golf R 😂😂😂

[@wendybrindleystokes5050]

Ben for Prime Minister 👍😂. Absolutely agree, life should mean life. The law is pathetic in this country so come on Ben you get my vote😁

[@TestGearJunkie.]

One of the main problems as I see it with the system is that cops go all out to catch the shitbags (love that word..!) and get them up in front of the beak, but the CPS (aka Criminals Protection Service) say "Not enough evidence" and let them off, despite having clear video of them doing the deed, how does that work, then..? 😠 And when they do get convicted and given say 5 years, they get let out after half the time. 5 years should mean 5 years, and it should be per offence. Get nicked for 5 robberies or whatever and it's say 5 years for each, then they should get 5 x 5 years, served consecutively, so 25 years. I think that might put one or two off 🤣

[@BeffFace]

MT09! Good man haha! Great video though, thank you!

[@evander6979]

My little brother got picked up by the police while he was out once when he was 12. He was on his way home from the park round the corner where he'd been with his mates. He's a smaller lad so does look younger than he is and a couple of Bobby's pulled up and asked his age and where he lived and the first thing he did was ask to see their warrant cards 😅👌. He told them our address and they brought him home and I spoke to them and they were very impressed that even though they were in uniform and marked van he still was cautious. Keep it up mate

[@garethparker9198]

I love your Forcewear t-shirt, I have a few funny ones. Do you get reactions to your PTSD t-shirt?

[@chrisbriggs4733]

ben hope you keeping well just got both your books been put away for xmas i agree what you said about the law needs changes i said to a officer that cps needed changes his answer was he couldn't comment but smile on his face was enough to say yes your right

[@ryanb94457]

Excellent choice of film Ben. BTTF, my favourite trilogy of all time. I would highly recommend the BTTF musical they're showing in London at the moment.

[@GordonBlack-t9c]

I would make Justice Minister in a minute

[@emlix1]

Actor: Paddy Considine.

[@Diamondmine212]

Lancashire has no tolerance,at least that’s what they told me when I was caught on a camera by a policeman who caught me on a hand held speed gun while he was on his lunch break in his own house( it seemed it was a known thing,🤨) 33 miles an hr in a 30 mile hr area😏🙄) I lived just 200 yards further up the road.😧

[@volvobill1394]

Such a top bloke

[@thattaxpayer406]

Hi ben, I am 4 weeks into my training as a British Transport Police Special constable. I'll forget the first day of me unknowingly saying "ya right mate" to a chief inspector... Great start ahaha he found it funny luckily as he knew i was new and made me aware of how i should address such as PC being staff and anyone above SGT being sir/maam. Really enjoying the training and the police staff, PC's, SGT's, Trainers etc are absolutely fantastic.

[@residentelect]

Pro Tip for you Dominic... When wandering around the nick etc and encounter anyone in plain clothes, or in uniform but with their epaulettes covered, just address them a "Boss" or "Chief" as both are acceptable terms to address seniour ranks, and both are used to address just about anybody including your mates i.e "Morning Chief, how's tricks?" Lol we've all done it mate. Glad the CI saw the funny side of it. Most will to be honest. All the best for your future career. Take care out there mate 👍

[@thattaxpayer406]

@@residentelect thankyou for your words. Really loving the BTP at the moment! all the things i am learning and the people i am meeting have been nothing but amazing.

[@owenkebbell]

Have you met Alfie Moore and would you consider doing a show with him?

[@mchiu626]

Hi Ben just wanted to know where you got the shirt cos I think I’d like one of them!

[@Jk-oz5qn]

I was in a back of a police car when I was 4 looking for my mum with them😂

[@stumps8672]

Used to put the theme tune to the Sweeney on with blue lights and sirens.

[@markburdett646]

This made my day👍👍

[@Vixter1945]

My dad was a policeman, my 2 bothers got fake locked up when they were about 3 and 5, they loved it 😂. Plus my brother went missing on holiday and the police found him and brought him back in a police car, he came out with a load of money he found down the back seat, winner 😂

[@Vixter1945]

Not expecting a reply but just wanted to chuck a comment out really ... I've seen a few fairly new but getting quickly established KZbinrs saying in their videos recently that they're needing to take a break from videos as their channels are growing quickly and becoming more and more demanding. These videos are super moorish and brilliant so naturally there's going to be tons of comments asking for an encore but conscious that PTSD can be very draining and exhausting I worried a bit that Ben doesn't get overwhelmed doing the vids and makes himself bad. We'll wait so no rush to churn them out 🙂 "pace theesen" 😘⭐

[@susananderson7473]

Just watched the episode again where yourself and B Ben were worrying together. B Ben said he had to work with you for punishment. I laughed so hard. I agree with you, a set prison time should always be served. If they don't behave then time is added.

[@penguincrafty]

While watching police interceptors the abuse you get while in certain areas of bradford, do you react differently when the cameras aren't there?

[@DanboFPV]

Hi Ben, did you keep your handcuffs when you left policing ... ? :) - love the videos bud keep them coning.

[@DarkHelmetgaming]

You have such an infectious laugh, good to see how you have got happier and more relaxed. Keep it up 😊

[@witterth]

I love these Vids !! I've recently discovered them and Ben is the poster man for Recruitment despite the S**T he has been through. Im almost glad my "go to date " has gone as Id never be half the man. Thank you and the loads of others. QQ? what do you think of this "Baseball Car " uniform? (its bolix) might be practical but in GMR Helmets were reintroduced as away of spotting police in crowdwed areas. those "Caps" are sh*te My opinion, I suppose Im Dixon of dock geeen !! OLOXX

[@jeremywentworth1833]

Get in there.ive something in Common with an ex police man, I'm 53 and watch all Back to the future films when they are on TV, I've also got the trilogy of films, I can't miss which ever is on, at Xmas I watched all 3 Xmas week, Week after first film was on TV on Boxing Day then following Friday, I can't miss watching lol.

[@Jimfowler82]

Where can I get one of them t shirts ?

[@BenPearson1965]

Force wear HQ

[@jemwoo2001]

My question - What was your most dramatic loss of control of a vehicle that you 'got away with' and didn't damage anything? Keep the vids coming Ben!! Great stuff...

[@Krislights1]

Hi Ben. Your book is brilliant and Oh so true. I do like the bit about santa, inparticular.. On par with Harry Tinge and John Suterland.. Fab! Regards. K.

[@Dan-bz8zc]

Hey Ben 😁 I love watching your videos, suffer from depression and anxiety myself so you're not alone. I always watched you on tv ☺️ just a quick question for you in the next video or something but here it is: Police always despise drink drivers, why is the legal limit 35 and not 0? Keep up the amazing videos mate 😊 absolute legend!!

[@TestGearJunkie.]

As I understand it, a lot of things, such as over-the-counter medicines and prescription drugs can raise the level slightly above zero.

[@RichardArblaster]

Great video guys 😎

[@HarrisonGardner-dj4gq]

Highest I've seen on a Draeger was 206!

[@JosephRawsthorne31]

Which car do you wish you had on the police fleet if you could choose, mine would be a mini JCW fast and handle amazing 🤩

[@BenPearson1965]

Nice!!

[@coldandaloof7166]

During a pursuit I don't really have time to think about a song, but my favorite one for afterward is beer for my horses whiskey for my men with Toby Keith and Willie Nelson lol.

[@craftyink70]

Where did you get your T shirt please? Ty x

[@BenPearson1965]

Force wear HQ

[@David_D.]

Istanbul Shawarma on Manningham Lane? How apt that on Google Street View you can see a couple of WYP firearms officers in there! 😁

[@coldandaloof7166]

.174? I got a guy at .276 at 11am and he nearly passed the Sobriety tests. A functional Alcoholic for sure lol.

[@damiantosd8720]

Ha ha I would love to see Kevin Costner play a traffic cop in Bradford

[@Quedz9]

Can you talk about the murder of Sarah Everard? How much inappropriate behaviour did you encounter?

[@Mikey_13]

We love you ben We do We love you ben We do We love you ben We do Oooooooooh Big Ben we love u

[@christopherhearn]

Policy bollocks - well done for knowing your powers and having sound personal ethics and a huge dose of common sense!

[@58Kym]

I always wondered how the officers felt in the various terrorist/mass murder events when they are running in unarmed because they are there long before Swat type response teams.

[@paddymcdonagh2648]

Hi Ben not trying to put u in a corner but what do u think of gypsys/Travelers in general and do u think they should join the police and have u ever seen any gypsys/Travelers in the police

[@BenPearson1965]

I’ve had a lot of dealing and sometimes it hard work, but most they are full of old fashioned values, hand shakes and their word is their bond.

[@gerrardobrien2641]

Pc william sampson would he still be on duty had he not been caught on camera battoning the young fooball supporter

[@bradtyson]

7:00 they get dropped in the blast furnace in steel works. Insider info 😉😉

[@iantaylor2737]

There’s no police officer that can keep up with you ben. You deserve a medal