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Shane Johnson, the Superintendent overseeing SA Police’s Traffic Services Branch, received a fine after capturing a selfie during a cycling session and uploading it to Strava, a popular app among athletes.
Johnson explained that the snapshot was taken as he was “cooling down” following an extensive 202-kilometer ride with companions on October 18. He was within 100 meters of his residence when he decided to take the picture.
The photo was then uploaded to Strava, a GPS tracking platform widely used by cyclists and runners to document their activities.
According to South Australian regulations, cyclists must adhere to the same traffic laws as motorists, making the use of a mobile phone while biking a punishable offense.
Johnson acknowledged that using his phone while cycling was a “momentary lapse in judgement.”
“I take full responsibility for my actions. I acknowledge I have done the wrong thing and accept the consequences,” Johnson added.
“No-one is immune from road traffic laws.
“Every road user needs to remain alert and aware of the rules when using mobile phones not just for their own safety, but that of other road users.”
The incident has been referred to the to SAPOL’s Ethical and Professional Standards Branch.
An internal conduct investigation remains ongoing.
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