Body cam footage of viral cyclist altercation released

Body cam footage of Gary Peacock talking to a Park City Police officer about the incident Photo: PCPD

A Park City police officer tells Peacock, "He doesn't have to get out of his car for you, he doesn't have to identify himself to you, you are not law enforcement."

PARK CITY, Utah — The Park City Police Department has released the full body cam footage of the now-viral confrontation between cyclist Gary Peacock and driver Pierce Kempton.

Kempton, a 22-year-old from Park City, received a citation on Sept. 28 while heading to City Park to skate with a friend. According to his dash cam footage, Kempton says he safely passed Peacock on Park Avenue before turning into a parking lot, contradicting Peacock’s claim that Kempton’s vehicle came too close during the pass.

Peacock confronted Kempton in a heated exchange, during which Peacock can be heard saying, “I’m calling the police, and you’re not leaving. You’re not leaving!” Kempton responded, “Why are you so cranky?”

In the video, the officer tells Peacock, “He doesn’t have to get out of his car for you, he doesn’t have to identify for you, you are not law enforcement.” After realizing he would also be cited in the altercation, Peacock became amenable to a verbal apology. However, the officer reminded him, “You were adamant that you asked for a ticket, and now because you’re getting one, you want him to get out of it.”

Full Park City Police Body Cam Video

Both parties were issued citations in the incident; however, Kempton’s dash-cam footage resulted in the dismissal of his charge. Peacock was charged with disorderly conduct and paid his $160 fine on October 4.

Pierce Kempton cell phone video of the altercation