A truck driver charged with killing four police officers on a freeway in Melbourne has said that he is “distressed and saddened at the tragic consequences of his acts”.
Mohinder Singh, 47, has expressed regret and sadness through a statement released by his lawyer on Sunday.
He has been charged with culpable driving which caused the deaths of Leading Senior Constable Lynnette Taylor, Senior Constable Kevin King and constables Glen Humphris and Josh Prestney as they were impounding a Porsche on the Eastern Freeway in Melbourne’s inner east on April 22.
“Mr Singh is genuinely sorry and saddened that four people have lost their lives as a result of the collision,” the short statement from Mr Pica reads.
“He is acutely aware of the impact upon the families, friends and work colleagues of those that lost their lives.”
“Mr Singh remains distressed and saddened at the tragic consequences of his acts,” he said.
Singh remained silent and kept his head down when he faced the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Monday.
Mr Pica told the court Singh had anxiety and depression and may have had an undiagnosed psychiatric issue his whole life.
Singh did not apply for bail and is due to return to court for a committal mention on October 1.
The statement comes after police lined the side of the road and saluted Constable Glen Humphris on Saturday.
Funerals have also been held in line with coronavirus restrictions for senior constables Taylor and King, with a funeral for constable Josh Prestney to be held on Monday.
Photo credits: Victoria Police
