Man shows LESA a photo of someone else’s licence after crashing into a car

Picture this: It’s a sunny afternoon in Msida, and you’re cruising down Triq San Pawl when suddenly, thud! You’ve just collided with the car in front of you. No big deal, right? You exchange details, and off you go. But what if, instead of showing your own driver’s licence, you whipped out a photo of someone else’s? Welcome to the peculiar tale of the man who tried to pull a fast one on LESA.

The incident happened last week when a man, let’s call him Mr. X for now, rear-ended a car near the Msida Church. Instead of owning up, he decided to play a game of cat and mouse with the law. When the police arrived, he showed them a photo of another person’s driver’s licence, hoping to slip through the net. But as they say, “You can’t outrun the long arm of the law,” and Mr. X was soon unmasked.

LESAs, or Licence Exchanging Systems, are designed to streamline the process of exchanging details after a minor accident. They’re used all over Malta, from the bustling streets of Birkirkara to the quiet roads of Żebbuġ. But they’re only as good as the people using them. In this case, Mr. X thought he could exploit the system, but he was wrong.

The LESA system is straightforward: after an accident, both parties exchange their driver’s licence details. The system then generates a report, which is sent to both parties and the relevant insurance companies. It’s a quick, efficient way to handle minor collisions. But it relies on honesty, something Mr. X was sorely lacking.

This incident serves as a stark reminder that trying to pull a fast one on LESA, or any system designed to keep us safe, is a fool’s errand. Not only is it illegal, but it also puts other road users at risk. It’s a small island, and word gets around. If you think you can get away with something like this, think again.

So, what happens to Mr. X now? Well, he’s likely to face charges of driving without a valid licence, making false statements, and attempting to obstruct justice. It’s a steep price to pay for a moment of stupidity. As for the rest of us, let’s remember to drive safely, follow the rules, and always, always tell the truth.

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