Man in lycra left stunned after yelling at young driver, leading to an unexpected confrontation that shocked onlookers
Confrontation on the road between cyclist and driver
A heated incident involving 73-year-old cyclist Gary Peacock and a young driver, Pierce Kempton, turned viral.
Peacock, a millionaire from Park City, confronted Kempton for allegedly driving too close, but the confrontation backfired.
On September 22, Peacock was riding his bike in Park City, Utah, when he felt Kempton’s car came dangerously close.
Enraged, he followed the 22-year-old skateboarder and confronted him.
A six-minute video, posted on Kempton’s TikTok, captured the incident, showing Peacock angrily accusing Kempton of unsafe driving.
Peacock’s rant: ‘I Have More Rights Than You’
Peacock, dressed in lycra, held Kempton’s car door open and threatened him, claiming, “I have more rights than you.”
He even suggested that he would press charges, stating, “If I have it my way, you’re going to jail.”
Peacock’s furious call to the police did not end as he expected. Instead of pressing charges against Kempton, Peacock received a $160 fine for disorderly conduct. Kempton, on the other hand, was fined $130 for passing too closely.
Dashcam footage shows Kempton’s perspective
Kempton shared dashcam footage that showed him slightly veering left to give Peacock a wider berth on a narrow road. Despite this, Peacock felt threatened and chased after Kempton.
When Peacock caught up with Kempton, he aggressively opened the car door, declaring, “You’re not leaving!” Kempton, calm but confused, asked, “Why are you so cranky?”
At one point, Peacock even placed his hand on Kempton’s shoulder to keep him in the car, calling him a “very aggressive teenager.”
Peacock, feeling unsafe when Kempton’s friend approached, accused them of trying to intimidate him. He claimed, “He’s recording me because he’s a jerk, and I want you guys to give him a ticket.”
Police response and legal follow-up
When the police arrived, Peacock attempted to explain his complaint. However, officers fined him for disorderly conduct.
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Kempton later received an email from Park City Assistant City Attorney Tricia Lake, stating that his citation would be dismissed.
No additional charges could be pressed against Peacock, as he had already paid his fine.
In an interview, Peacock admitted that he never intended to involve the police.
He explained, “I lost my temper. I just wanted to tell him to be more careful.” Peacock claimed his anger stemmed from previous close calls while cycling. “This guy, unfortunately, was the subject of my wrath,” he admitted.
Utah law on cyclist safety
According to Utah law, motorists must maintain a three-foot distance when passing cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
Park City has seen several incidents where cyclists were injured by motorists, highlighting the need for awareness on both sides.
The incident between Peacock and Kempton serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and patience. While Peacock’s frustrations may have been understandable, his approach led to unnecessary conflict and a fine.
This story has sparked discussions about how drivers and cyclists can coexist safely on the road, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and adherence to traffic laws.