Broadcaster Dan Walker has mentioned he’s “confident that I am not to blame” after he was hit by a automotive whereas on his bike earlier this week.
The former BBC Breakfast presenter was struck off his bike on Monday morning whereas using on a highway in central Sheffield.
Writing in The Sunday Times, the 45-year-old mentioned he “could have died” however confirmed he’s unable to recollect any particulars of the accident.
“There is still nothing there, which a large part of me is very happy about. I can’t go into details at the moment because the police might take another week or so to publish their report but, after talking to Conor (a police officer), I am confident that I am not to blame and I hope this can be resolved outside the courts,” he mentioned.
“I do know I may have died however I additionally understand how simple it’s to make a mistake, even while you’re attempting to watch out.
“I can’t really remember what they (the driver) looked like, from that moment they were looking over me as I came round, but I do recall that they looked deeply distressed and I imagine it is all they are thinking about at the moment.
“That Monday may have been the day that modified their life for ever. I requested Conor if I’d be capable to speak to the motive force in the event that they had been OK with that. I’ll let you already know what occurs.”
Presenter hopes to return to work subsequent week
Walker thanked the police, NHS and ambulance providers, in addition to associates, household and members of the general public who helped him following the crash.
He mentioned he has hated “doing nothing” and confirmed he hopes to return to his position as a Channel 5 information anchor subsequent week.
“As long as the swelling and bruising have gone down, I think I will go back to work later this week,” he wrote.
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‘Don’t be a helmet. Wear a helmet’
In a number of social media posts after the accident Walker has mentioned the helmet he was carrying saved his life.
In his article for The Sunday Times he writes: “If anyone is looking for a new campaign slogan for cyclists, may I humbly suggest the message on some of the flowers which arrived this week: ‘Don’t be a helmet. Wear a helmet.'”
On Wednesday a spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police advised Sky News: “No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.”
Walker left the BBC to affix Channel 5 final yr and took half within the 2021 collection of Strictly Come Dancing.
Source: information.sky.com”