Hotel Steward Faces 90-Day Ban After Reckless Incident

The Magistrate’s Court in St John’s has issued a 90-day driving ban to 58-year-old hotel steward Franklin Shoy after he pleaded guilty to driving without insurance.

The incident occurred on May 22 when police on a mobile patrol noticed Shoy’s vehicle halted in the middle of Anchorage Road, near a bridge, where he was engaged in conversation with a young woman.

Upon approaching Shoy, officers inquired about the obstruction, to which he explained he was offering the woman a ride. Despite his apology, Shoy was arrested, and his vehicle was impounded at the Government Motor Pool.

In court, Shoy acknowledged that his vehicle lacked both licensing and insurance, citing financial difficulties that prevented him from regularizing the situation. Acting Chief Magistrate Dexter Wason admonished Shoy for his choices, emphasizing the danger posed to himself and others.

Shoy was fined $2,500, with the stipulation that the payment be made within 30 days, or he would face a month-long prison sentence.