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  • @MrBallen
    @MrBallen  Рік тому +32733

    For those wondering why it’s been 2 weeks since last post: a house we were going to move into, fell through last minute, so we have been scrambling to find another house since the rental home we are in is up in a couple weeks. So a little crazy these days, but we will figure it out and get back on track soon! Thanks!!

    • @joshuacrawford9018
      @joshuacrawford9018 Рік тому +2166

      We all understand man good luck with everything i hope it all works out good for your family

    • @marcovortexbohler
      @marcovortexbohler Рік тому +1209

      I wish you and your family a wonderful house and move. Much love.

    • @MrBallen
      @MrBallen  Рік тому +927

      @@joshuacrawford9018 thanks!

    • @cooperkruchten628
      @cooperkruchten628 Рік тому +224

      Let’s hope you can continue and find a house

    • @iluvnanno9009
      @iluvnanno9009 Рік тому +365

      Its alright take your time WE LOVE UR VIDEOS

  • @MinaMcKay
    @MinaMcKay 10 місяців тому +1667

    Their lack of remorse is chilling and disgusting. Rest in peace, Andrew.

    • @tomconner5067
      @tomconner5067 8 місяців тому

      It is sickening, and it’s a sign of the times, people are too busy to raise their children and instill humane attributes as a part of their character, no sympathy, empathy, or compassion, children learn to dismiss these feelings when interacting with others, because public schools are now programming the psyches and behavioral composition by intervening and re prioritizing the order of critical mutually beneficial & supportive constructive interactive values,
      What’s missing-
      Sympathy
      Empathy
      Compassion
      Sincerity
      Integrity
      Composure
      Self Control
      Discipline
      Honor
      Self Awareness
      Humility
      Shame
      Regret
      Remorse
      Generosity
      Respect
      Kindness
      Affection
      Mutuality
      Pity
      Grief
      Guilt
      Responsibility
      What’s Commonly Widespread And Undeserved -
      Pride
      Entitlement
      Self Righteousness
      Superiority
      Eligibility
      Immune
      Empowered
      Exclusive
      Privileged
      Indifferent
      Desensitized
      Immoral
      Overrated
      Im at a loss for words, but they only think about themselves, and can’t attribute the relevance between what harm they’ve caused others to suffer, to the way they feel when it happens to them, they feel like they’re above the law, culpability, responsibility, shame, dishonor, they have a complete mindset based upon a pre conditioned state of moral turpitude, instilled by the social machine.

    • @r.1.336
      @r.1.336 6 місяців тому

      Pikeys for you

    • @1nfamy124
      @1nfamy124 5 місяців тому +24

      Society protects the corrupt.

    • @MinaMcKay
      @MinaMcKay 5 місяців тому +9

      @@1nfamy124 facts

    • @JustObey69
      @JustObey69 5 місяців тому

      How about don't be a dumb shit and get out of a car and then step in a slip knot that is attached to a moving car. Play stupid gAmes... Win stupid prizes.

  • @tubbo_.
    @tubbo_. Рік тому +5111

    The fact she spent YEARS trying to pass this law shows her love for him and you can almost promise that she will NEVER move on she loved that man with her soul

    • @richardcranium9325
      @richardcranium9325 Рік тому +303

      Now to prevent those idiots from ever profiting from their stories. Every cent should go to the widow.

    • @YuktubeIsDaFunniOne
      @YuktubeIsDaFunniOne Рік тому +12

      100th like 🤑🤑🤑

    • @tubbo_.
      @tubbo_. Рік тому +41

      @@richardcranium9325 no every cent should be spent on more protection so another thing like this NEVER happens again

    • @callumkristofer7793
      @callumkristofer7793 Рік тому +19

      @@tubbo_. yeah, but what could have worn to survive that?

    • @callumkristofer7793
      @callumkristofer7793 Рік тому +21

      @@tubbo_. what equipment would have saved him from that?

  • @mleigh123
    @mleigh123 7 місяців тому +241

    When I heard that the men claimed to not have known about the cop being attached to their car I was floored. There’s NO WAY they didn’t hear him smash his head before falling behind the car.. and towing a body is a lot more difficult than a vehicle, especially if they’re trying to escape. Those lying bastards 😒

    • @tobymcgroby8967
      @tobymcgroby8967 3 місяці тому +9

      Sickening isn't it.. The fact that they were laughing at Andrew's family makes me wanna puke.. If someone besides Mr.B.Allen told me this story, it would have ruined my day.. I'm glad I heard it here👍👍

    • @GentlemanBystander
      @GentlemanBystander 2 місяці тому +4

      You've *_clearly_* never been an adrenal response situation...

    • @Stasikbest
      @Stasikbest Місяць тому +5

      No matter whether they new or not knew about Andrew, the fact that they showed absolutely no remorse it's a clear indication that either way they wouldn't have stopped to free him if they knew. So I'm really hoping that these three killers have a really really rough time in prison.

    • @Oxbon
      @Oxbon Місяць тому +3

      Yea they probably did know because Andrew was probably screaming in pain.RIP Andrew ❤

    • @katelynchamberlain9320
      @katelynchamberlain9320 23 дні тому

      And was he unconscious when he hit the floor or was he still awake wouldn’t he scream?

  • @briant7265
    @briant7265 10 місяців тому +157

    In much of the U.S. there is "felony murder". If you are committing a felony, and ANYBODY gets killed, that is felony murder. Not only would it apply here, it would even apply if the third robber was the one who got tangled in the rope and killed.

    • @weirddan455
      @weirddan455 9 місяців тому +5

      I was going to comment this. Although it's more broad (I think you can be charged with this if some has a heart attack and dies as a result of the shock of you robbing them for example), it's not usually going to be a life sentence. It's considered a lesser crime than first degree murder, maybe on par with manslaughter, though I'm not a lawyer.

  • @kylieshaye6562
    @kylieshaye6562 Рік тому +3979

    The pathologist said when andrew first hit his head on the road he was most likely rendered unconscious. I hope that's true.

    • @melissaevans4396
      @melissaevans4396 Рік тому +263

      @Kylie Shaye , I hope so as well. That is a horrible way for someone to die. That poor guy.

    • @Joefresh111
      @Joefresh111 Рік тому +27

      @@melissaevans4396 can u just give me a short this is how he died I don't wanna watch the video

    • @kabe6927
      @kabe6927 Рік тому +146

      @@Joefresh111 his legs got caught in the ropes attached to the back of a car, which dragged him on cement, literally destroyed his body in the process

    • @Joefresh111
      @Joefresh111 Рік тому

      @@kabe6927 shit

    • @warandpiece5326
      @warandpiece5326 Рік тому +16

      I hope that is true too

  • @trashnyc
    @trashnyc Рік тому +4600

    This is by far one of the most horrifying stories you’ve ever told, such an unimaginable way to die, and those monsters, getting such short sentences and smiling and laughing about it, absolutely sickening

    • @vincentkennedymcmahon50
      @vincentkennedymcmahon50 Рік тому +2

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @harridan.
      @harridan. Рік тому

      @@vincentkennedymcmahon50 your tiny IQ is showing

    • @HowDeepIsYourJesus
      @HowDeepIsYourJesus Рік тому

      Like all the British police officers who got ZERO YEARS for murdering, brutalising and r*ping countless members of the British public??? Forgive me if I don't shed a tear.

    • @fernandafernandes6362
      @fernandafernandes6362 Рік тому +163

      Something similar but worse happened in 2007, in Brazil. Thieves dragged a 6-year-old boy strapped to his seat belt for 7km (4 miles). Witnesses tried to warn them, but the thieves just laughed and joked about it.

    • @nicoleross356
      @nicoleross356 Рік тому +105

      @@fernandafernandes6362 omg I cannot even imagine that poor baby.

  • @BCM-556
    @BCM-556 Рік тому +378

    I work for a law enforcement agency in the US. A few years back we got a visit from a Thames Valley officer who was in town for vacation, and he gifted me a Thames Valley bobby hat. I keep it in my office. Whenever I look at this hat now, I will think of Andrew. What a hero. RIP brother.

  • @ViBabyGirl
    @ViBabyGirl Рік тому +353

    This case has me in tears. Poor Andrew. That’s the cruelest group of boys
    I hope they never see the light of day. And as for andrews family I hope they have peace once again. 😢

    • @thedude4672
      @thedude4672 Місяць тому +3

      Tney'll definitely see the light of day again. Worst sentence was only 16 years.

  • @cuchulainnmurphy4526
    @cuchulainnmurphy4526 Рік тому +903

    Those 3 teens should've grown old in prison. The fact that they showed no remorse for what they did is disgusting!

    • @howiegruwitz3173
      @howiegruwitz3173 Рік тому +4

      It was the cops fault

    • @cheyennecuevas3226
      @cheyennecuevas3226 Рік тому +96

      @@howiegruwitz3173 that makes no sense

    • @rahhgerowd
      @rahhgerowd Рік тому +36

      @@cheyennecuevas3226 the cop did too much and put himself in danger when he knew there were more patrol cars at the end of the road and helicopters to track down the car if they got away. The stolen property was also recovered. So did he have to chase the man and grey car on foot. No. That was poor judgement and it accidentally cost him his life.

    • @avienda771
      @avienda771 Рік тому

      @@rahhgerowd That's absolute bull. Those kids are worse than pond scum and needed to be caught. That officer was doing what needed to be done in a situation that those kids made. Way to be as bad as those kids and blame the victim here.

    • @suzymanville232
      @suzymanville232 Рік тому +49

      If cops there are anything like they are here (US), those kids will be visited by a special type of justice as soon as they're released. They would be safer inside.

  • @Jay-cn3js
    @Jay-cn3js Рік тому +1940

    To think all the good Andrew did in a short 28 yrs. And all the bad these 3 will do in their long lives....
    Our law system fails us time and time again.

    • @Saber23
      @Saber23 Рік тому +46

      Well if you look at recent history in the UK they really did it to themselves you can’t fuck up the legal system that badly and expect that there won’t be consequences it just sucks that Andrew had to be the victim and the killers got off scot free

    • @omega9492
      @omega9492 Рік тому +2

      @@Saber23 nice self like

    • @Saber23
      @Saber23 Рік тому +10

      @@omega9492 what do you mean?

    • @maebandy
      @maebandy Рік тому +12

      But why would the law she fought for be so pointless? If that's how my husband died, I'd at least try roll back the cause and effect consequences to holding parents responsible for minors who have repeat crimes

    • @lunadragonfly2313
      @lunadragonfly2313 Рік тому +11

      @Jay; it boggles the mind how ineffective the criminal justice system is on everry level. It would be so much less offensive if I wasn't aware the ONLY reason reform doesn't happen is the current system is profitable regardless of how truly worthless it is!

  • @makaylalambert301
    @makaylalambert301 7 місяців тому +78

    I’ve heard a lot of stories from this channel but this one hit me 😭 Andrew didn’t deserve that At all! RIP ❤️

  • @samanthamansfield1214
    @samanthamansfield1214 Рік тому +72

    They should have been charged with more! That poor woman probably had to watch the video in court and knowing her heart was breaking every second. I’m glad this passed!

  • @leviniahill454
    @leviniahill454 Рік тому +3011

    I went from Shocked, Horror, Overwhelming sadness to intense RAGE at this story. RIP Andrew 😞

    • @debbiesimmons4593
      @debbiesimmons4593 Рік тому +1

      Rage! Yes, my sentiments exactly! Stupid little freaks!

    • @katlynhenze5084
      @katlynhenze5084 Рік тому +13

      Same here

    • @robinmuller6392
      @robinmuller6392 Рік тому +46

      Totaly agree. An eye for an eye is not always the best Management of punishment but i think a fitting one would be to show them for a couple hundred feet and at half the speed what it feels like to be dragged behind a car. And after that Chuck em into prison for 15 years without parole.

    • @MAGGOT_VOMIT
      @MAGGOT_VOMIT Рік тому +43

      Let's hope someone bribes the other inmates to handle these little miscarriages that didn't flush!! Their screams would be sooooo soothing. Live-Stream please!! 🤣

    • @sarareier9381
      @sarareier9381 Рік тому +17

      I agree with this comment 100%. I feel physically sick...this is one of the most horrific murders I've ever heard of. Sending all my love and prayers to his wife, family and all those affected by his passing. He sounded like an amazing man that was taken way to early. I think he would have gone on to do so many amazing things in his life. I also wanted to send prayers to Andrew's partner as I'm sure he's been impacted tremendously by the death of his partner and friend. I hope you all find peace in due time.

  • @audiewilliams3417
    @audiewilliams3417 Рік тому +29

    In the US it would have been felony murder, in that if someone dies during the commission of a felony the criminals can be charged with 1st degree murder. It frequently happens even when a party to the crime is killed.

    • @Randytherumbler
      @Randytherumbler 4 місяці тому +2

      It'd be called capital murder,which is a much more serious offense than just first degree murder.
      In states like Texas and Colorado, people who committ crimes like that,are considered adults.
      Therefore they'd be charged as adults.

  • @hennies9509
    @hennies9509 9 місяців тому +33

    You are a naturally well spoken story teller. Do not stop as you will reap the fruits of your labor, regards from an old dying soldier of South Africa.

  • @gemlinhc
    @gemlinhc Рік тому +3098

    As a serving UK police constable, i cant thank you enough for covering Andrew's story and Harpers law.
    This story shook all of us and we are all grateful for the campaigning his wife and family have done to get Harpers Law made.

    • @MrBallen
      @MrBallen  Рік тому +188

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @MKSQUADofficial
      @MKSQUADofficial Рік тому

      This guy has and tell stories like Mr ballin! Almost exactly alike! You're welcome! ua-cam.com/channels/ErKT6kbNTc4wEZy4ra7I6w.html

    • @MKSQUADofficial
      @MKSQUADofficial Рік тому

      @@MrBallen This guy has and tell stories like Mr ballin! Almost exactly alike! You're welcome! ua-cam.com/channels/ErKT6kbNTc4wEZy4ra7I6w.html

    • @Hennsational
      @Hennsational Рік тому +52

      UK Police is a joke

    • @ae86hachi
      @ae86hachi Рік тому +3

      @@Hennsational Much like yourself

  • @crazeecip
    @crazeecip Рік тому +2921

    This story makes me so angry and sad. How could those little sociopaths get off with manslaughter and then laugh about it. And poor Andrew. He did not deserve to die in what must’ve been an absolutely horrific way. 😢

    • @lesleyannismay8295
      @lesleyannismay8295 Рік тому +54

      I know it's awful I remember this being all over the news

    • @fumomofumosarum5893
      @fumomofumosarum5893 Рік тому +58

      It's unbelievable.
      I am speechless.

    • @doccholo905
      @doccholo905 Рік тому +67

      As infuriating as it is, the Prosecutors putting murder down had a tough job to begin with. They had to prove that these guys intentionally committed the murder beyond any reasonable doubt. They all still got many years in prison for manslaughter. There are other cases where the prosecution overreached a bit with a murder charge instead of manslaughter

    • @svampebob007
      @svampebob007 Рік тому +90

      the more tragic thing is that law being passed... automatic life sentence just because a service person dies is a really bad law.
      It might have given those guys a life sentence, but it will for sure ruin more lives then it saves.

    • @twistedsoul6204
      @twistedsoul6204 Рік тому +3

      i think its funny

  • @mntryjoseph1961
    @mntryjoseph1961 11 місяців тому +574

    May Andrew Harper rest in peace. As for the three killers, "He who laughs now will cry later." They will not escape God's wrath!

    • @YahLoverDOMMY13
      @YahLoverDOMMY13 10 місяців тому +14

      Exactly!

    • @tirokopita
      @tirokopita 10 місяців тому +35

      There aren't any gods.

    • @puppy1584
      @puppy1584 10 місяців тому +21

      I’m sure andrew’s wife and family will be comforted - knowing that the thugs will face god’s wrath…yeah sure. No doubt his death will make others think, “god has a reason”…bollocks.

    • @consarena8988
      @consarena8988 10 місяців тому +19

      @@tirokopita There is :/

    • @sirmounted8499
      @sirmounted8499 10 місяців тому +11

      @@consarena8988 does he watch me while I'm pooping?

  • @ClearChoiceMethodology
    @ClearChoiceMethodology 5 місяців тому +7

    Mr Ballen and Nexpo working together is going to be next level.. much respect for these guys. Making real youtube content.
    RIP Harper.. he was a good guy. I hope his family is doing ok.

  • @B30pt87
    @B30pt87 Рік тому +3882

    This story was heartbreaking. The fact that the killers were happy was disgusting. I can't imagine how Lissy felt, but for the rest of her life she will remember not just the loss of Andrew, but his murderers' glee...

    • @dannyodwyer710
      @dannyodwyer710 Рік тому +38

      Dunno wether your British and yes absolutely this was unacceptable but nowadays stab rates and shooting rates are so high it’s normal to occur but never should it ever happen ‼️

    • @johnnyraybaca1690
      @johnnyraybaca1690 Рік тому +57

      WHATS THE MEANING OF Life.. ? ? ? People ask me all the time -What is the meaning of life? Is it about having a fancy car, a big house, a great job or even being famous? No.! - Ok. Then it’s about being in love having a wife, kids- family and the white picked fence ya-ya...thats it.! No.!.. Ok. Then GOOD HEALTH -NO..! -Tel that to someone who’s on there death bed-NO..! Life is all about realizing that this is just a temporary stop in our journey to Heaven… All the highs life has to offer does Not compare with what God has planned for us and the Lows in life only strengthens our desire for Heaven…. So Please….. TURN TO JESUS- life is to short-and tomorrow my be to late…. Pastor Johnny

    • @kimberlyanderson8683
      @kimberlyanderson8683 Рік тому +13

      anyone would be happy to get 16 years apposed to life in prison.

    • @Intercaust
      @Intercaust Рік тому

      Fucking sociopaths. I hope their lives are hell.

    • @christianc8453
      @christianc8453 Рік тому +69

      If justice doesn’t happen to a love one, take it upon yourself.

  • @dougie953
    @dougie953 Рік тому +2088

    When those idiots were smiling at the cameras in that little snippet video, even though I don't know Andrew or his family personally, I can't even describe the personal anger and rage I felt towards them in that moment watching this video. I'm sure no doubt the family has seen the same video and I can't imagine the pure pain and anger that it must cause them, makes me sick to my stomach.

    • @jackcravford8744
      @jackcravford8744 Рік тому +126

      Dude, the fact that they will be eventually released, living a life, when they took one is sickening.

    • @lynncarter3565
      @lynncarter3565 Рік тому +97

      Karma is a bitch, and one way or another it will come for those bastards one by one. God Bless you Andrew, you were a beautiful soul, may you rest in eternal peace ❤️

    • @nutmaster652
      @nutmaster652 Рік тому

      those little mf’s got 13-16 years in prison LOL wtf are they giggling about.
      and by the looks of them & their tough guy attitude, I wouldn’t be surprised if they don’t last 13-16 years alive behind bars

    • @lowfileo
      @lowfileo Рік тому +1

      makes me want to hunt them down and do the same thing to them as they did to Andrew

    • @brookespeakstruthplanetpat4416
      @brookespeakstruthplanetpat4416 Рік тому +2

      to me it proves murder... the system failed once again.. the judge should have thrown the book at them

  • @MissMJJanet
    @MissMJJanet Рік тому +6

    This is just horrific 😱😱😱
    Poor poor Andrew!!! ❤️❤️❤️
    And his family!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @zachariahreddragon9202
    @zachariahreddragon9202 3 місяці тому +3

    this is an injustice and absolutely sickening, those things walking around pretending to be people , how can they just be allowed to live free?

  • @tobywonkinoby8916
    @tobywonkinoby8916 Рік тому +722

    It makes my blood boil seeing those kids smiling and laughing at the cameras after their sentencing. RIP Andrew Harper.

    • @ThatsWhtasUp
      @ThatsWhtasUp Рік тому

      Fuccc da fedz g

    • @lauraashton8602
      @lauraashton8602 Рік тому +48

      Mine too.
      I can only hope that they get some kickings while they're locked up.😠

    • @jillburn1
      @jillburn1 Рік тому +32

      pure evil them laughing etc ...

    • @tnasty9209
      @tnasty9209 Рік тому +53

      I hope they don’t make it out of jail alive.

    • @ayebatarijuliapaxagiri2767
      @ayebatarijuliapaxagiri2767 Рік тому +56

      If Andrew was my brother, those 3 killers would hv 2watch over their backs cos something would definitely hit them unexpectedly

  • @aphelanofficial
    @aphelanofficial Рік тому +2255

    I’ve seen comments like this before, but never thought I would write one - Andrew was based at the station in my hometown of Abingdon. His death had a real impact both locally and nationally, with an outpouring of support for the Police, especially in the Thames Valley area. Thank you, Mr Ballen, for acknowledging this story and for respectfully portraying and recognising Andrew Harper for the hero he was. Lissie Harper is a hero, too, for the tireless work she has done to introduce Harper’s Law. That those boys were so disrespectful at their sentencing still makes the blood boil. That their sentence wasn’t extended for it is in injustice in itself.

    • @d.nicholson1040
      @d.nicholson1040 Рік тому +86

      The 3 murderers where travellers typical.. they have a law to themselves they is loads of Irish travellers living in my town Darlington, they are all rich and drive about in Mitsubishi four-wheel drive the latest models I wonder how they Offord there lifestyle plus if you have trouble with one you have to fight them all.... I pray for Andrew and his family this did not have to happen they could have stopped easily they knew he was on the back dying shame on them God will have his judgement with them later... and people like them all over the world

    • @AuditClerk
      @AuditClerk Рік тому +4

      @@d.nicholson1040 Wow ... Darlo sounds like it's really changed since I lived there!

    • @davidbuben3262
      @davidbuben3262 Рік тому +3

      I don't know how a trial like this is judged in Great Britain. Here in the U.S. you are judged by a jury of your peers, after considering all the evidence. It's not perfect and we have bad outcomes as well, but the evidence and intensive tests with the dummy by the experts, I think those 3 monsters would've gotten a life sentence without parole. Murder in the first degree.

    • @tanyawest2017
      @tanyawest2017 Рік тому +17

      Lots of Andrews in that area, I gather?

    • @Kevin-sf9zr
      @Kevin-sf9zr Рік тому +57

      @@d.nicholson1040 I think like almost every country have them; sometimes called gypsies, nomads or something like that. Not saying they are all bad but they often have an expensive lifestyle meanwhile they never did any hard labour so obviously they make money through other illegal activities.

  • @elunedbeckett5783
    @elunedbeckett5783 9 місяців тому +7

    I have also recently discovered Mr Ballen and just fallen in love with the content and the storytelling. This is the first story that made me feel compelled to comment. I feel so saddened, horrified and extremely angry about this case. Good on his wife for doing what she did and seeing it through.

  • @maeleighbarron9569
    @maeleighbarron9569 8 місяців тому +5

    Stories like these are why my husband asked me not to continue pursuing law enforcement.
    It's absolutely disgusting that those boys get to start their lives at the age they murdered Andrew. This is a frustrating case.
    Rest in peace

  • @SurferFN
    @SurferFN Рік тому +9569

    At first I was scared of the strange dark and mysterious, now I’m scared that MrBallen will run out of stories to tell

  • @CityKat369
    @CityKat369 Рік тому +367

    I feel for Andrew’s widow-I too was widowed in my late twenties. Even now, in my mid-forties, my life is bisected into two; the before and the after. I hope she’s coping well, and finds happiness again.

    • @michellecarver7279
      @michellecarver7279 Рік тому +48

      My condolences for your loss. I know how hard losing your spouse can be. I lost my first one in my late 20's. Our two young daughters are the only thing that kept me going. Fast forward to late 2020 where I'm now in my late 50's and I lost the love of my life after almost twenty years together. I really understood what you meant about your life being split in two. I want the life I had with my husband, but now I'm stuck in a life alone and all the plans we had made are gone. My kids are grown now, no family support, no real friends. It's very hard.

    • @MrBallen
      @MrBallen  Рік тому +66

      I’m so sorry. I can’t imagine 🙏

    • @dlbstl
      @dlbstl Рік тому +18

      @@michellecarver7279 I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could give you a hug and sit and listen to your stories about your loved one. Virtual hugs then, and my condolences.🌹🙏
      (If you are so inclined, maybe writing down your stories would help. It did help me at times. I hope you find your way through this pain to a better life).

    • @kathymcmc
      @kathymcmc Рік тому +21

      I was widowed at 36. It is devastating.

    • @devonlockwood1477
      @devonlockwood1477 Рік тому +16

      I'm so sorry for all of you who have lost their loved ones. I pray you can all find peace.

  • @lelejayne88
    @lelejayne88 10 місяців тому +8

    I grew up a stones throw from where this happened and would drive Admoor Lane regularly, it really is creepy to drive along at night and a super tight road to be doing those kind of speeds on. I also knew of the boys who did this, Henry grew up on the same road as me. I can’t imagine what Andrew endured and what Lissie is still going through, I hope she finds some peace.

  • @chaoscastle387
    @chaoscastle387 3 місяці тому +2

    Usually videos like this don’t scare me but this genuinely made my hands shake after I watched it

  • @A.S.N444
    @A.S.N444 Рік тому +307

    Heartbreaking. Those boys should never be able to walk free again.
    His wife is so strong and it's amazing she worked so hard and accomplished that law.
    Thank you Mr Ballen for another great video. I hope you and your family soon find your new home.

    • @JohnH20111
      @JohnH20111 Рік тому

      hopefully those boys will never get to walk again, let alone break the law

  • @lemons2135
    @lemons2135 Рік тому +1437

    As a mother of a victim of hit and run, I can’t imagine the pain of this family. My daughter survived barely - had her leg amputated, the guy got three years. It should be life.

    • @HaYlEeXx19
      @HaYlEeXx19 Рік тому +150

      My brother was killed in a hit and run when he was only 17. He died. His killer never went to jail even tho there was a trial and they GAVE her the car back. The car she used to kill my brother. His name was Andrew to

    • @lemons2135
      @lemons2135 Рік тому +50

      @@HaYlEeXx19 I’m so so sorry - that’s disgusting. I had to go to my mp to get it dealt with and caused a massive fuss. I don’t think they’d have even bothered if I hadn’t. I hope you can find peace. I still find it hard to think about him laughing at me when I confronted him, he thought he’d got away with it. There should be a group for people like us - I’m still grieving the life she lost.

    • @F4EPhilosophy
      @F4EPhilosophy Рік тому +8

      Ok well him getting life heavily depends on the circumstances. Seems a tad harsh if it was an accident.

    • @HaYlEeXx19
      @HaYlEeXx19 Рік тому +46

      @@F4EPhilosophy yes if they stopped, cAlled an Ambulance, stayed with the victim. Actually tried to help and repent. But the lady who killed my brother left him in a dirty snow bank like a animal. Like he was nothing.

    • @heyseed2292
      @heyseed2292 Рік тому +13

      @HaYlEeXx19 WOW 😤 that makes me SICK 🤮 I can’t imagine someone doing that to my brother. I pray whoever did that will get what they truly deserve 😡. I really really hope you can find some kind of peace with this situation ❤️ My heart goes out to you~ btw bcuz of this I’m going to call my brother right now and just remind him how much I love and care about him and tell him how lucky I am to have him 🙏🏻🥰

  • @romanholland270
    @romanholland270 2 місяці тому +1

    I’ve seen this one on FB. I usually skip the ones I’ve already seen but this one-I just couldn’t. This is a heart wrenching story.

  • @hotfishfromsharktale
    @hotfishfromsharktale 8 місяців тому +3

    You say "making they're way" a lot, and every single time it, it triggers a thousand miles to play in my head. I dont mind though, it's a classic bop.

  • @yomigonzalez9870
    @yomigonzalez9870 Рік тому +718

    My heart breaks for Andrew and for his wife Lissie. I can't imagine having your husband murdered and then watching the murderers smirk and celebrate like that. Godspeed Andrew, may you rest in peace as the hero you were born to be.

    • @sadmermaid
      @sadmermaid Рік тому +22

      Killing a cop, I feel like their time in prison will be extra unpleasant. Paperwork going missing, maybe some accidents happen yknow?

    • @loganmoy5093
      @loganmoy5093 Рік тому +10

      Plus what was it? 12 years? That's still a long time to be someone's girlfriend in prison lol

    • @_Stargazer_.
      @_Stargazer_. Рік тому +25

      @Pat Luxor yeah but working overtime on job when every 999 call is potentially dangerous , is definitely heroic. Just because you will never be someone like that , you dont need to insult the ones who do it for our scociety. Get a life ... more importantly , atleast life a cowardly life. But live a little

    • @OtterThing
      @OtterThing Рік тому +24

      @Pat Luxor But he is (was) a police officer who was off duty and went out of his way to stop these criminals, when he didn’t need to at all, and was killed during the action in a horrific way.
      He was a victim to murder by these killers, and his actions hail him heroic as he helped with their arrest.
      Basically, cope.

    • @jupitercyclops6521
      @jupitercyclops6521 Рік тому +1

      And what a painful way to go!
      Those punk kids had to of heard his screams.
      Then his poor, poor wife. So upset.
      That poor, precious woman..
      I just want to import her to the US so I can hug her and let her know everything will be fine.
      Then let her join the family as a sister wife.

  • @randylalrinsanga3078
    @randylalrinsanga3078 Рік тому +670

    That is horrific. Those teens were absolute monsters, having no regret or remorse. That sentencing was a joke. The justice system failed Andrew, but it is good news that the new law was passed. May Andrew rest in peace.

    • @alexchen3332
      @alexchen3332 Рік тому

      Yeah those teens need to be tortured in prison.

    • @jakeblitzcoffie4859
      @jakeblitzcoffie4859 Рік тому +16

      The Justice System may have failed Andrew, but God won't. 😤

    • @frankboff1260
      @frankboff1260 Рік тому +26

      @@jakeblitzcoffie4859 I call it the injustice system. Punishing the innocent and giving rights to the guilty.

    • @MingWLee
      @MingWLee Рік тому +3

      Any system has its flaw and we clearly see one in this case, and I am glad Mrs Harper have lobbied to make sure anyone who commit this crime will serve life sentence in jail. Yes, it is not fair to Mr Harper but at least he will be the last one.
      As of those teens, I wish Karma come to them and news break so average people like us can finally see justice has come upon them.

    • @jacobyoung4951
      @jacobyoung4951 Рік тому

      @@frankboff1260 0pp000000000

  • @wolf-antics
    @wolf-antics Рік тому +4

    Rest in Peace Andrew. You’re an angel.

  • @samwalsh6434
    @samwalsh6434 6 місяців тому +2

    This story still brings a massive lump to my throat. It's a massive travesty. RIP officer Harper x

  • @lkayh
    @lkayh Рік тому +1508

    They also need a law that prevents criminals from profiting from their crimes-no books, no movies, none of that.
    ETA: Guys, I know there’s such a law in some (or all-don’t know for sure) states in the US. This story happened in England. Apparently they do not have this law.

    • @halfpint052006
      @halfpint052006 Рік тому +67

      This would be a better new law.

    • @jerrylilkrumzy2703
      @jerrylilkrumzy2703 Рік тому

      There's a story how a law student planned to kill her fiance and threw a party for him telling people the reason. Everyone knew but him and nobody wanted to tell him and his crazy gf injected heroin into his body while he slept and later got released from jail and wrote a book

    • @julierobinson3633
      @julierobinson3633 Рік тому

      There is. Anything they make will be confidcated.
      www.cps.gov.uk/crime-info/proceeds-crime

    • @SpydersByte
      @SpydersByte Рік тому +68

      there IS a law where criminals cannot make money selling their stories. Now, I dont know if thats a US thing only and these guys are in the UK? Or if theyll find a loophole, but it definitely is a law over here, as it should be.

    • @Leoprincess3038
      @Leoprincess3038 Рік тому +7

      Im almost positive there is one?

  • @debbielove5993
    @debbielove5993 Рік тому +963

    I am just glad that his partner didn't run him over and his body caught under the car like I was thinking this was going towards. Those little punks are the perfect example of the evil running rampant in the world. Very sad that such a wonderful natural protector is gone.

  • @tiffaraffi7749
    @tiffaraffi7749 7 місяців тому +1

    This hits close to home. Mr Ballen, you are the best story teller ever. ❤

  • @christiehorn9026
    @christiehorn9026 10 місяців тому +2

    OMG! I was REALLY not expecting the end! It is sooo horrible! How devastating! 😭💔

  • @dominiquehebert4903
    @dominiquehebert4903 Рік тому +241

    Lack of any remorse (even sticking to their story that they didn't know they were dragging Andrew) really makes you think something is broken inside these people and makes you feel they will continue, in some fashion, to victimize others because they have no ability to empathize.

    • @cooperfrench4171
      @cooperfrench4171 Рік тому

      Don't worry, I'm sure they'll get plenty victimized themselves in prison. You can tell they think they're top stuff, but they're scrawny little white kids. Actual criminals will see straight through that poser nonsense. They'll be getting eaten alive and stood over right now.

    • @fumomofumosarum5893
      @fumomofumosarum5893 Рік тому +14

      I think they might have no soul.

    • @glamdawling
      @glamdawling Рік тому +14

      That’s what’s scary. And the fact that they have such short sentences makes me feel like they will absolutely return to their former lives as career criminals upon their release.

    • @mrjon75
      @mrjon75 Рік тому +9

      And they are enabled by the system.

    • @pinky2245
      @pinky2245 Рік тому +4

      @@glamdawling They will, without a doubt!! Horrific!!

  • @UG6690
    @UG6690 Рік тому +364

    The ending absolutely broke my heart, I was hoping and praying for him to make it. Truly one of the most heartbreaking stories I’ve ever heard on your channel.
    And as usual, thank you for doing these stories justice, Mr. B!

    • @henrymurphy9750
      @henrymurphy9750 Рік тому +7

      Same for me. This one made me more sad than any other Ive listened to here. But it was well done.

    • @justtryme2020
      @justtryme2020 Рік тому +6

      Same!! I knew it would be almost impossible but found myself hoping he survived somehow💔

    • @jessikatkins1173
      @jessikatkins1173 Рік тому +2

      I actually predicted pretty early on what had happened to that poor man. But when I did my heart absolutely sank. My stomach literally turned. It was similar to a case in America of a black man that was tied to the back of a truck by three white men. At least those men were executed for their grotesque crime. The sentence's passed down to those smirking, remorseless shits was an absolute disgrace in light of the suffering that was caused, and it makes me ashamed to be from England, with it's whimsical "justice system" that needs seriously updating.

    • @justtryme2020
      @justtryme2020 Рік тому +2

      @@jessikatkins1173 I thought I had it figured out but I was thinking the partner accidentally ran over him? There's no way those guys didn't hear and feel that poor man being dragged behind their car!! I remember hearing about the black man you're talking about in the US, too. Just a horrific way for any human to be treated💔

  • @DaLoveDonkey69420
    @DaLoveDonkey69420 11 місяців тому +3

    This breaks my heart. Poor Andrew.

  • @elektricbugaboo
    @elektricbugaboo 11 місяців тому +23

    Andrew was incredibly selfless and brave, I hope those 3 boys who murdered him never accomplish anything in their already miserable lives.

  • @rosemary.777
    @rosemary.777 Рік тому +395

    That’s so sad, he JUST got married too. I can’t imagine how his wife felt when she found out her world is gone. RIP Andrew

  • @josephordower7398
    @josephordower7398 Рік тому +366

    I was a sheriff's deputy in the US years ago, and ended up being dragged by a car driven by a convicted murderer who had a firearm. I was only pulled about 60 yards, and even in that short amount of distance I lost a shoe, my radio, and several other items. My slacks were torn, and I was bleeding on my leg, and hip. The car was finally stopped by another deputy who jumped in through the driver's window and pulled the shifter into park.
    I know that even in my short time of being dragged I was terrified, and pissed off. I cannot imagine the horror that PC Harper must have felt, knowing that this was not going to end well.
    Thank God for the changes made to the law in GB, and hopefully someday those 3 miscreants will meet the justice they deserve. RIP PC Harper.

    • @silentshiranui4351
      @silentshiranui4351 Рік тому +37

      My condolences for your injuries, and thank you for your services.

    • @JupiterJamie
      @JupiterJamie Рік тому +22

      I'm sorry you were put through such a horrendous ordeal. I hope you have healed both physically and mentally from that experience. Just the thought of going through something like that is terrifying and I can't even imagine how scared and helpless both you and Andrew must have felt. Thank you for your selfless service and I hope Andrew rests in peace.

    • @donaldreason5664
      @donaldreason5664 Рік тому +11

      B.REASON
      Thank you for your service and I'm so sorry you went through that ordeal !! I pray God has healed you in your mind.. Body and spirit..
      🙏💗🙏💗🙏💗🙏💗🙏

    • @tigertalk2106
      @tigertalk2106 Рік тому +6

      Glad you survived!! Have a great 4th with your loved ones & friends! That's what life's about! Go enjoy your chances!!

    • @laurathacker1160
      @laurathacker1160 Рік тому +12

      They will F up one day and Karma will get them

  • @Pikachuy423
    @Pikachuy423 Рік тому +3

    I like the fact that all your videos get straight to the point. And not a lot of talking about yourself.

  • @deeneedle6036
    @deeneedle6036 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant video and you tell the story so clearly.i couldn't put my phone down till the video's end.

  • @ad1987col
    @ad1987col Рік тому +542

    The most heartbreaking story, the media didn’t go into this much detail. It’s amazing that his wife has so much courage to get a law changed to stop others from getting away with murder. Hats off to her. 🙏🏻😢

    • @aj897
      @aj897 Рік тому +2

      There's been way more heartbreaking stories than this one, because he was tall and good looking with a pretty wife, people are gonna care more lol

    • @R_JT69
      @R_JT69 Рік тому +8

      @@aj897 there's are hundreds of them but this was horrific. I can't imagine the pain he was going through when he was being swung from side to side. Hope he has rested well. 😇

    • @ad1987col
      @ad1987col Рік тому +12

      @@aj897 it’s called my opinion… it hasn’t nothing to do with how tall he was, or how good looking he was. What a pathetic comment. 🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @jackdaw6359
      @jackdaw6359 Рік тому +10

      @@ad1987col I think manslaughter was the right judgement, but that their lack of remorse should have given them an extra 20 years or or so.

    • @mikeymike758
      @mikeymike758 Рік тому

      Well said, I agree.

  • @bubacarrfofana172
    @bubacarrfofana172 Рік тому +115

    The fact that they showed no remorse, boils my heart.

  • @jaimejones3177
    @jaimejones3177 Рік тому +2

    I honestly dont know how you tell these stories...its incredible. I can barely listen without just chickening out and stopping the video (which I have done with some of the more gory stories). This was just so, so sad...😢

  • @jayesimond9301
    @jayesimond9301 Рік тому +6

    Here in US, some jurisdictions/states do apply the felony murder doctrine which warrants murder charges against someone who commits a crime during which a bystander dies, might it be from a medical event or accidentally, during the commission of another crime, theft included, without the intent to kill. At least the UK now has a similar criminal doctrine to implement with Harper’s law. RIP Andrew, u are protecting thru ur sacrifice all ur fellow citizens.

  • @Stormy2510
    @Stormy2510 Рік тому +1207

    This is truly one of the most horrific miscarriages of justice I've ever heard about. And a truly heartbreaking incident. From what I've gathered about the type of guy Andrew was, this is a terrible loss to the world as a whole. May he rest in peace.

    • @MJARTBYDAY
      @MJARTBYDAY Рік тому +35

      Trouble is here in England sentences for teens to me are far too lenient and something needs to be done as crime with young teens and children are getting worse and they are getting younger. Its because we aren't allowed to punish our children as they see it as child abuse and that's what the naughty kids cry out if any one of their parents lay a hand on them. It didnt do us any bad we were scared of our moms never mind our dads lol. I just hope that one day they will change the law and pass deeper sentences and place them in with the real killers and see if they are tough guys then and split them up. you stay safe out there ok ... xx

    • @Stormy2510
      @Stormy2510 Рік тому +20

      @@MJARTBYDAY unfortunately it's not just a UK problem, it's a "Western Civilization" problem. Though here in the United States it's with all criminals in general, not just "minors." I have several friends from the Army who went on to become Police Officers all around the US and it's the same story with them all. They arrest people for serious crimes that include weapon charges (guns, knives) just to discover they already have a dozen or so charges / convictions for violent crimes with and without weapons that they received little to no time for and or were out on bail or probation. Then they have the same result with the NEW charges. The biggest question my friends say they have with people they arrest with firearms isn't "why do these people have access to guns." it's "Why are these people not in prison still."

    • @MJARTBYDAY
      @MJARTBYDAY Рік тому +8

      @@Stormy2510 Thank you for your comment huni. It just scares me that these young people are getting younger and kill with out a care in the world. Its frightening that all those kids were doing was laughing at the cameras thinking it was a joke. Their sentences could only be short as they are minors and when they get out they will start all over again at robbing. There are plenty of rough areas and I am guessing there are all from them but sometimes they come from loving homes and their parents could have a bit of money and still they could commit crimes this vicious. Killing an officer of the law is serious as well as a person off the streets but an officer they will nickname them cop killers but they wont even care. I just wish that these days parents should be allowed to punish their children within reason but all they can do is take away their consoles and send them to their rooms. Its crazy and its not the world that is crazy its some people in it. Stay safe out there huni ok and thanks again xx

    • @TimJSwan
      @TimJSwan Рік тому

      some group from the US maybe go over there and cut off hands and feet and remove some teeth

    • @edshellard
      @edshellard Рік тому +1

      Classic UK BS..... and the murderers knew it too.... they will probably get nice benefits and a free council flat when they come out of prison too....

  • @HaYlEeXx19
    @HaYlEeXx19 Рік тому +332

    My brother was killed in a hit and run when he was only 17. He died. His killer never went to jail even tho there was a trial and they GAVE her the car back. The car she used to kill my brother. His name was Andrew to. I’m so so sorry this happened to this incredibly kinda man. Life is not fair.

    • @aprilcouvillion6167
      @aprilcouvillion6167 Рік тому +15

      So sorry for your loss. I hope the person who got away with this awful murder has a rotten life.

    • @semi-animatronic9773
      @semi-animatronic9773 Рік тому

      I hope your brother's killer dies in the worst car accident imaginable.

    • @wileecoyote5929
      @wileecoyote5929 Рік тому

      Lmfao, Was killed in a hit and run when he was 17. He died, no shit, if he was killed it's pretty apparent that he died

    • @andrewmichaels6298
      @andrewmichaels6298 Рік тому +8

      Very sad... something should "happen" to the person that did that... just saying... sometimes str$$t justice is the only justice

    • @peacefuljeffrey
      @peacefuljeffrey Рік тому +4

      Life does not HAVE TO be unfair. It’s unfair only because there is very little effort made to make it fair.

  • @karenkrey7941
    @karenkrey7941 9 місяців тому +6

    Heartbreaking.
    Those three misfits will meet their fate one day. Hopefully, with the same intensity that Officer Harper
    Faced.
    Prayers to his wife and family.

    • @SeekingTheLoveThatGodMeans7648
      @SeekingTheLoveThatGodMeans7648 2 місяці тому

      Lives lived like that seem to be one of the strongest arguments that there is a hell. Where else do such wholeheartedly committed servants of evil go? And who would be their lord? They are the polar opposite of Andrew, who was so loyal that, God forgive me, I first envisioned a large guard dog when his virtues were described. They would not even want heaven, or access to it except to cause trouble if they could.
      If they had but any scruple they might thereby be saved... but this looks so gratuitous.
      Misfits? How about determinedly-won't-ever-fits.
      Big caveat: as far as any of us are placed to observe. Still, if Andrew had to suffer on his way to glory, imagine how hard it would be for that gang.

  • @mandeepsheera6272
    @mandeepsheera6272 4 місяці тому +1

    Left me in tears. Rest in peace Andrew. You were well and truly selfless and far too good for this cruel world. I pray you are at peace. God bless your soul. 😢😢😢😢😢😢

  • @beccapenny
    @beccapenny Рік тому +533

    I lived near where this happened at the time of the murder (because that is what it was) and it shocked people deeply. The sentences those men got was an absolute joke. Compounded by their reactions. No remorse whatsoever. Vile excuses for human beings.

    • @iankirkpatrick1037
      @iankirkpatrick1037 8 місяців тому +3

      Me too, I live a few miles where it happened

    • @SC2kickinnn
      @SC2kickinnn 7 місяців тому +17

      That's the UK justice system for ya. Here in the US their sentences would have been life w/o parole.

    • @PhilRewa
      @PhilRewa 7 місяців тому +9

      ​@@SC2kickinnnunless that where women then people would say they where scared so only the main guy gets life and the girls get 5 years 😂

    • @PhilRewa
      @PhilRewa 7 місяців тому +2

      I disagree. It's not murder. It was a horrible accident and the guy chasing them was equally at fault. It's like a cop running into traffic and getting run over. One still needs to use their head while doing their job.

    • @bgtechno93
      @bgtechno93 7 місяців тому +37

      ​@@PhilRewa 1) he chased the third guy not knowing he will caught himself in the rope
      2) the murderers know exactly that he was stuck on the rope and tried to dilodge him
      3) that is no cop running into traffic, this is a man who is stuck in pitch dark, chasing a man on foot not knowing he will get traped with the rope and be dangled for miles
      this was no horrible accident, the moment the thiefs drove off and tried to dislodge him off the car they became murders.

  • @ThomOlausson
    @ThomOlausson Рік тому +427

    Unfortunately young criminals don’t know what the word remorse means. To see these murderers smile as they leave court is sickening to watch.
    Simply love your stories, the best storyteller ever in my opinion!
    Respect from Sweden 🇸🇪🇺🇸

    • @paullambert8701
      @paullambert8701 Рік тому

      I Sverige skulle dessa snorungar ha betraktats som offren.

    • @Rascularvideos
      @Rascularvideos Рік тому +1

      You’re saying old skool murderers had class? Huh?

    • @megisanandroid6285
      @megisanandroid6285 Рік тому

      Yes these were scummy low life thugs and I think it can be worse when they commit crimes as a group as they try show off...which sickens every body.

    • @yourlookinmadfine
      @yourlookinmadfine Рік тому +13

      @@Rascularvideos he's not. He's just saying the young ones don't know remorse.

    • @matthewcollins8548
      @matthewcollins8548 Рік тому

      Why dont you buy a house man

  • @dylanmahon2394
    @dylanmahon2394 9 місяців тому +5

    It's stories like these that make me super pissed that's there's like 500-600 billionaires in the world, and none of them decided yet to be Batman

  • @MrBigmoe1996
    @MrBigmoe1996 Рік тому +15

    I knew one of the guys who was invited to join this robbery and declined and knew Andrew personally too.
    Absolutely horrific what happened to Andrew r.i.p. mate.

  • @meatismurder2862
    @meatismurder2862 Рік тому +411

    I'm from the UK and this was huge news at the time and when the monsters got sentenced. I have never seen that disgusting footage of them laughing at the camera like that. It shows how unremorseful and lacking in any morality or guilt these people have.
    To openly celebrate and mock the families is beyond evil. Disgusting people.

    • @richpy8815
      @richpy8815 Рік тому +8

      IF THEY DO WRITE A BOOK I HOPE THE WIDOW SUES THEM FOR ALL THEY RECEIVE!!!

    • @richpy8815
      @richpy8815 Рік тому +12

      This reminds me of our OJ Simson Trial
      Stupid prosecutors for allowing him to try on the gloves!!! ALL OUTDOORSMAN KNOW ONCE LEATHER IS WET IT SHRINKS & NEEDS TO RE-WET TO STRETCH IT BACK TO ORIGINAL SIZE!!!

    • @richpy8815
      @richpy8815 Рік тому +5

      We know these individuals will not be returning in everlasting life with the attitude of "we got away with murder" THEY HAVE ANOTHER JUDGEMENT TO FACE, IF THEY EVEN MAKE IT TO THAT TRIAL

    • @djodyssey99
      @djodyssey99 Рік тому

      @@richpy8815 Sue them for what...? That'd be a waste of money, you can't sue someone for writing about a true event.. And you can't sue for defamation because the person is dead.

    • @Liamf2016
      @Liamf2016 Рік тому +1

      @@djodyssey99 causing emotional distress possibly? There would likely be a sympathic judge that would hear the case.

  • @kaeade4290
    @kaeade4290 Рік тому +489

    He had his entire life ahead of him and was doing everything right. Those thugs just snatched his life away like it was nothing! My heart breaks for his wife and family.

    • @kennyhiggins7806
      @kennyhiggins7806 Рік тому

      And is there any explanation from any jury member about that JOKE of a verdict? Could be a really good lawyer might be able to SUE those dunbasses if they do ever write a book! Could be a case of premature death caused by those NITWITS!

    • @Remix2366
      @Remix2366 Рік тому +8

      He kinda hinged himself to the rope,and they kinda probably didn't even notice.

    • @unknownuser-pi1xd
      @unknownuser-pi1xd Рік тому

      @@Remix2366 why are u soo defending those asshol*s?
      Anyone who had commented that they are guilty and system failed Andrew you are the one poking into everyone's thought...life sentence is sooo small for the crime those idiots had done..and it was clear that anyone would have notice if a man is attached to the back of thier cars...not onces not twice but the inspection team kept on doing the same things again and again and again to find out if they really didn't knew that a person is literally dangling behind them,but it's shown that they would have known and they also driven thier car left and right to swing the man away from them....I think u are a family member or a frnd of those murderers..that's the reason u are getting soo offended by others....those morons deserved life sentence without the possibility of parole...hope when they came out of jail,Andrew's family would do the same and tell the police that they didn't knew... instead of 1mile they should drive 10/20 miles...hell I would have done this if something like that happened to my brother...

    • @marquiswilcher2777
      @marquiswilcher2777 Рік тому +2

      I feel u but when u got cops behind you, you kinda don’t care u just want to get away

    • @bear2601
      @bear2601 Рік тому

      @@Remix2366 kinda? Nah these are straight psychopaths

  • @whaleoilbeefhooked907
    @whaleoilbeefhooked907 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the upload Mr Ballen. Very sad and extremely hard to handle. This story reminds me of why Skye’s Law was introduced in NSW Australia.

  • @PhilRewa
    @PhilRewa 7 місяців тому +1

    Excellent story telling here!

  • @generichuman2044
    @generichuman2044 Рік тому +232

    I live close to where this happened. I can still remember the reaction online after those oxygen thieves laughed their way out of court. Whenever an officer is injured today, the name Andrew Harper is still mentioned.
    His wife is an incredible woman and her work means every emergency worker killed in the future will now receive proper justice

    • @drjjloveman
      @drjjloveman Рік тому +4

      I like the new law but I also see how it could be bad. Like say if a guy is jaywalking and an officer runs out into the street to catch him and give him a ticket but the officer is then hit by a bus and dies. I would be pretty upset about going to prison for life for jaywalking.

    • @Kazza_8240
      @Kazza_8240 Рік тому +10

      @@drjjloveman We dont have jaywalking laws here in the UK, pedestrians have right of way, and we make our own judgements if its safe to cross if there are no lights or zebra crossings

    • @soyburglar1878
      @soyburglar1878 Рік тому +9

      @Jeff Johnson
      I’m sure the judge’s discretion is considered during prosecution and sentencing. Lets not be ridiculous.

    • @tonis204
      @tonis204 Рік тому +6

      @Cipher I
      It matters to those that are still living with the loss.

    • @masterofnone8400
      @masterofnone8400 Рік тому +3

      @@drjjloveman that's obviously not a legitimate case because the Jay walker didn't kill the officer

  • @torresroger26
    @torresroger26 Рік тому +529

    My heart goes out to Andrew’s family. This was an incredible story.

    • @mattolivier1835
      @mattolivier1835 Рік тому

      Not my heart. Glad the pig is gone.

    • @smartyjonez5470
      @smartyjonez5470 Рік тому +5

      The good ol English criminal system and people have the nerve to question the American justice system.

    • @smartyjonez5470
      @smartyjonez5470 Рік тому

      @BloKaPEW it’s not a messed up law. It makes perfect sense. A savage like yourself shouldn’t be treated the same as a cop that’s doing his job

    • @mascall87
      @mascall87 Рік тому

      @@smartyjonez5470 explaine?

    • @fishtank9521
      @fishtank9521 Рік тому +3

      @@smartyjonez5470 the American legal system is based on the English legal system. It’s evolved a bit however…Americans are only 400 or so year old natives as a civilisation, People forget America was built by Europe not so long ago inn historic terms. So us good ol English can question your legal system whenever we want! Just as you yanks do!

  • @MehediHasan-lp3vt
    @MehediHasan-lp3vt Рік тому +1

    Overwhelming sadness . RIP Andrew 😞

  • @SHOAL5
    @SHOAL5 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for showing their faces and providing their names. I know individuals who will appreciate this info.

  • @tremlinn
    @tremlinn Рік тому +1288

    Couldn't believe when you started talking about this. I live 5 minutes down the road and went to school with the kids that killed him. Horrible kids from horrible families. They initially tried to blame it all on another kid from school who wasn't even there.
    We've always had an issue in the local area with travellers robbing houses and causing trouble. Sulhampstead (where it happened) is actually a really nice area but they ruin it. Anyway, the caravan site where they all lived is abandoned now. RIP PC Harper

    • @thatcarguy6190
      @thatcarguy6190 Рік тому +46

      Don't they fall into one of todays special victimised catagories?
      Surprised they sue the police for harrassment and chasing them?

    • @tremlinn
      @tremlinn Рік тому +41

      @@thatcarguy6190 Yeah massive pikies. They stole the lead off my mates roof.. 🤣

    • @thatcarguy6190
      @thatcarguy6190 Рік тому +29

      @@tremlinn They break into garden sheds looking for petrol lawnmowers and bikes like this case they tried to steal a quad

    • @donaldhitman6724
      @donaldhitman6724 Рік тому +26

      @@tremlinn what's a pikies? That's from the uk isn't it? Just an American wanting to learn a new term if someone will tell me please. Thank you 😊

    • @andrewross6091
      @andrewross6091 Рік тому +49

      @Donald Hitman… Gypsy, travellers

  • @akaFloof
    @akaFloof Рік тому +1784

    This horrifying crime happened really close by to where I live. The suspects were travellers and nasty pieces of work. This was a deliberate act and they knew exactly what they were doing. My heart goes out to this brave young man and his heartbreakingly young family who will be forever devastated by their moronic actions x

    • @benshoefield863
      @benshoefield863 Рік тому +11

      @@charlotteward4339 bro I live in reading 😭

    • @juliewagner8240
      @juliewagner8240 Рік тому

      By Travellers do you mean Roma/gypsies? Why do you distinguish them from just nasty criminals?

    • @M60gunner1971
      @M60gunner1971 Рік тому +5

      You're both liars. Where's your evidence?!

    • @tobythorburn7598
      @tobythorburn7598 Рік тому +129

      Bro i’m fucking neighbours with Albert and his family. They all live in my small village of Mortimer, except Jessie who lived in Tadley about a 5 minuet drive down the road and these guys were literally our childhood bullies. They are a nasty piece of work and in the aftermath of all of this Henry’s dad (Dinky Long) would walk around our local park drunk out of his head bragging about what his son did. If you knew any of these people on a personal level like I did you would know something like this was bound to happen; Henry even bragged about how he would happily murder someone if they crossed him. He was arrested countless times in the past due to countless things from robbing to assault but everytime he was let free due to his family intimidating witnesses and the police in general being scared of him and his family. This could have easily been prevented if the police did their jobs the countless times he was arrested for other things but they would rather not go through the hassle unfortunately.

    • @TheDolphace
      @TheDolphace Рік тому +33

      @@M60gunner1971 yeah no one lives anywhere near Reading.
      It's basically just one single house 🙄

  • @jeanetted.3377
    @jeanetted.3377 11 місяців тому +1

    That is 1000% heart wretching!

  • @ginatrigger
    @ginatrigger 5 місяців тому +3

    Ugh this was heartbreaking 💔

  • @ElizabethKatriona
    @ElizabethKatriona Рік тому +871

    I would just like to add: Lissie Harper is the definition of grace, strength, and courage through unimaginable times. And at such a young age ❤

    • @williamssmith2842
      @williamssmith2842 Рік тому

      Hello Elizabeth how are you doing today

    • @youtubeuser206
      @youtubeuser206 Рік тому

      lizzie and lissie too 😍

    • @joefelix2795
      @joefelix2795 Рік тому +1

      Test comment do not pay attention

    • @semafreak
      @semafreak Рік тому +1

      Police office chases criminals unfortunately dies chick is the brave one bruh women and the need to constantly praise each other lmao

    • @williammitchell8247
      @williammitchell8247 Рік тому +1

      @@semafreak No one said she was the brave one... bruh 😂

  • @BoSamson1680
    @BoSamson1680 Рік тому +191

    This is one of the saddest stories you have ever told, how heartbreaking for his widow and parents to see that injustice after losing what sounds like an incredible person. 😢

    • @slevinchannel7589
      @slevinchannel7589 Рік тому +2

      Know Both: Heroic Spirit makes People join the Police,
      but the Police also has massive Issues,
      with some tackled in the Videos of 'Some More News'.
      Knowing only 1 or The Other misses 1.

    • @elizabethbrown5215
      @elizabethbrown5215 Рік тому +1

      I completely agree with you Ben, there is so much injustice in this life. I loved how Andrew told his Bride, Life is slippery, just take my hand. How true that saying was....

  • @michaeljack1971
    @michaeljack1971 11 місяців тому +1

    Mr. Ballen, you make my day all the time.

  • @jeremyflemingii929
    @jeremyflemingii929 10 місяців тому +2

    😲 hi Mr. Ballen,
    It's good to see your still telling your stories!
    I been in and out of the hospital, but I been listening to ya!
    I just wanted you to know that you are a good friend to keep people company when they are alone...
    Keep on keeping on, and I will send you another message in the future!
    bye friend...
    Jeremy in Virginia, VA 🙏🙏🙏🫡👍👌👋🖖✌️

  • @kirklanyoshinaga8953
    @kirklanyoshinaga8953 Рік тому +160

    Damn, what a brutal way to go. Andrew, I thank you and your partner’s selfless bravery that night and I hope you rest in peace.

  • @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache
    @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache Рік тому +3002

    It just goes to show, you can never be too careful no matter how confident or experienced you are in your field of work. Andrew just had extremely bad luck with getting caught in the rope like that, may the man rest in peace. What a terrible way to go.

  • @maehartley6620
    @maehartley6620 8 місяців тому +2

    This episode actually made me cry. So sad 😢

  • @JrZ818
    @JrZ818 22 дні тому

    RIP Andrew and my love and prayers to the family and friends

  • @MoonWielder
    @MoonWielder Рік тому +562

    This story makes me feel so infuriated, it's so painful to hear about such a tragic death of a police officer that could be such a dreadful way to die. Feel bad for his family that they had to be taken away from their loved one so soon in such a horrendous way. Story aside, we are all sympathetic to how stressful these situations can be. Take care and have a good one, Mr.Ballen!

    • @nitsu2947
      @nitsu2947 Рік тому +9

      its a sad reminder that being a cop means an inevitable risk of dying on the job. Lets wish the family strength to move on and let Andrew rest in peace.

    • @shuruff904
      @shuruff904 Рік тому

      Spoiler alert

    • @Cove_Blue
      @Cove_Blue Рік тому +11

      ​@@shuruff904 That's why you don't read the comments before you watch the video

    • @Hi-cm1cj
      @Hi-cm1cj Рік тому

      W pfp(I like Charlie aka Penguinz0)

    • @revolution2405
      @revolution2405 Рік тому +15

      I was so furious watching them yukking it up as they were walking out! If I was a family member, after watching them, I would probably be in jail for murder.

  • @viopsadmin
    @viopsadmin Рік тому +259

    If Andrew's widow sees this, I hope she is doing well. It is amazing that she turned her loss into something positive so that injustices like this will never happen again.

    • @kubiz8812
      @kubiz8812 Рік тому +5

      In the end of this tragic story, that is really amazing. Also these 3 youngsters do deserve much bigger punishment.

    • @JassZoigel
      @JassZoigel Рік тому +2

      How is this an injustice?

    • @soyburglar1878
      @soyburglar1878 Рік тому +9

      @Jass Zoigel
      Is that a serious question? Did we watch the same video?

    • @JassZoigel
      @JassZoigel Рік тому +1

      @@soyburglar1878 idk I saw some rtards kill a cop and then go to prison, hbu?

    • @ahenwaa5133
      @ahenwaa5133 Рік тому +9

      @@JassZoigel The boys should have been charged with murder and gotten the appropriate punishment, not manslaughter. That's the injustice.

  • @joseyvalo
    @joseyvalo 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow, poor Andrew, this story gave my goose bumps.

  • @user-cy9hj1ih2h
    @user-cy9hj1ih2h 29 днів тому +1

    It's sickening that housing is so difficult. Meanwhile we we allow and financially support people with no legal reasons for being here. You are veteran and deserve the highest of respect and assistance. God bless you and your family.

  • @pheebs713
    @pheebs713 Рік тому +327

    I live in the area where this happened and remember it so clearly. His wife has been incredible ever since that day, and has fought so hard for justice. And no doubt has made a huge difference but it should have never happened. My heart still breaks for her and the family. ❤️

    • @actuallyNo...
      @actuallyNo... Рік тому

      This is whur, In England ... Wales... Scotland?
      How the hell do y'all not have the death penalty thur? If u kill ANY law enforcement in The Americas, you are getting killed yourself if found guilty... like in record time. They don't even allow em to sit on death row, they fast forward the sentence for a quicker punishment (usually after just a few yrs. Instead of 10-15 which is the usual wait cause the lines so long).

    • @pheebs713
      @pheebs713 Рік тому +16

      @@actuallyNo... This happened in the South East of England about an hour or so outside of London. Our laws aren’t as strict in the UK, but his wife has very much helped that change in future cases similar to this.

    • @hollydorward9804
      @hollydorward9804 Рік тому +16

      I grew up in Reading and live there when this happened. It was horrific and such a massive loss. His send off was definitely a hero’s send off. What his wife has done since is incredible.

    • @pheebs713
      @pheebs713 Рік тому +16

      @@hollydorward9804 I live over in Bracknell, and honestly I’ve always been in awe of her. To go through all of that and get a law created is incredible while also painfully sad.

    • @christophercarpkey9382
      @christophercarpkey9382 Рік тому +7

      For the people who lived in the area. What was the towns opinion of this. I mean they acted like such (I think the English word you would use would be muppets) muppets after the trial. Weren't people pissed about this?

  • @swiftninja91
    @swiftninja91 Рік тому +247

    The second I saw his name, I remembered the case instantly. It's so sad that he died in such a horrible way and at such a young age.
    It still makes my blood boil how the culprits behaved after the fact.

    • @SUNFlower-tt9zv
      @SUNFlower-tt9zv Рік тому +6

      I thought why Andrew went after that 3 culprit. He should have avoided that, He cost his life for that bike, common man You have a full life ahead.Those Sick bastard's have done their worst don't run after them and risk your life..

    • @icekitty400
      @icekitty400 Рік тому

      @@SUNFlower-tt9zv He went after the culprit who was running away and not all three culprits. His intention was on getting him before he got in th car. Unfortunately as things went it ended up costing his life but I feel a job such as a policeman always carries the chance of something devastating happening due to the nature of morons such as these three. Chances are these idiots will probably be out after serving half their time which makes it even more of a mockery of their sentences.

    • @SUNFlower-tt9zv
      @SUNFlower-tt9zv Рік тому +3

      @@icekitty400thts y um saying he was running after the third one who was getting into the car.. I should have written 3rd one..those evil boys have left the squad bike, that was it..Now for what Andrew got from the car and uselessly chased that evil..Alone he can't be able to hold out those evils...

    • @nickkelley6582
      @nickkelley6582 Рік тому

      They should be killed cheaply so we don't have to fund keeping them alive. After a couplf of day's of torture first ofcaorse 😁

    • @OtterThing
      @OtterThing Рік тому +9

      @@SUNFlower-tt9zv I mean, it’s his job as a police officer to do that. Quite literally. They were aware of the risk, but unaware of the rope that would kill him.
      He acted out as a person of moral and the need for justice, to stop these criminals.
      It’s based on the person he is, his beliefs. And yes, unfortunately, it got him killed. It’s sad, but that’s how it is.

  • @EarlyAttempts
    @EarlyAttempts Рік тому +2

    You and Mr. Neel are the best storytime YTs

  • @Islandgirl2133
    @Islandgirl2133 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Mr Ballen, horrific story. So sad.
    Harpers Law is new knowledge to me and many others I’m sure. Thank you for sharing your fantastic story telling talents.
    On that note, I’d like to encourage everybody to cultivate, pursue and express your talents. Can you imagine if we all just blossomed?
    Rest in peace Andrew, (Protector). Your death created law where there was none. A golden law to protect the protectors.
    Love to Andrews family💜.

  • @IftiAlam1999
    @IftiAlam1999 Рік тому +244

    This was really really horrific. Man why does this always have to be with good people only? Like any tragic story you've heard on this channel was always with someone who was nice, caring, cheerful, happy with life and successful. You were a good cop, Andrew Harper. Rest in Peace💔

    • @catherinewilliams3850
      @catherinewilliams3850 Рік тому +15

      Yes I always say the worse things happen to good people, while as is seen in this case the evil people breeze through life without a care in the world.

    • @letsgetreal6402
      @letsgetreal6402 Рік тому +2

      Go watch a few disturbed reality vids if you want bad things to bad ppl. Lots of discussion of cartel on cartel stuff....
      Note----
      If the stuff Ballen talks about is rough for you don't go to the channel I said

    • @wardenandriuk9448
      @wardenandriuk9448 Рік тому +3

      The good die young

  • @AlwaysKDawg
    @AlwaysKDawg Рік тому +603

    This makes me angry in a way I can't describe. The lack of remorse, the cackling and carrying on is such a slap in the face to Andrew's family. I feel for his wife especially, because they had just gotten married and he died in the line of duty, trying to make the community a better place, and these little punks will still get to live whatever scummy lives they will have after they get out of prison, but Andrew will never have his chance to live his life to its completion. That's so unjust and unfair. I'm glad they passed Harper's law, but it just sucks that it isn't retroactive. I don't often get upset about cases, but being raised in a military family, and having a dad who is a retired Petty Officer and a granddad who is a retired Master Chief (Both US Navy of course) respect is very important to me, and I get pissed off seeing injustice and even more seeing it combined with disrespect.

    • @rchltrrs
      @rchltrrs Рік тому +68

      @@Kingkong-gy5qt no one is forcing you to watch the video. If you don't like his level of detail, don't click his videos 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @sm3dium
      @sm3dium Рік тому +25

      Them laughing walking out the courthouse makes me so heated 🤬

    • @tej_4809
      @tej_4809 Рік тому +9

      They're Literal Fools .

    • @kiefergarrett6315
      @kiefergarrett6315 Рік тому

      Someone should form an organization of hunting party's for monsters like this

    • @healthconscience4931
      @healthconscience4931 Рік тому +13

      I shudder to think of the day they are released from prison. What's to stop them from doing the same thing again? I feel bad for this family but also bad for the future families these guys are going to affect when they get out.

  • @staceybennett1133
    @staceybennett1133 Рік тому +1

    I live in the UK and remember this. It was horrendous. and always will be for his wife,family and collages. 😢 Thank you for telling Murphy's law in story time. Your story's are always good but sad to listen to.

  • @tobymcgroby8967
    @tobymcgroby8967 3 місяці тому

    Somehow, these stories that would usually ruin my day just by hearing them, are respectfully entertaining & enlightening here. That's quite the accomplishment!
    ..I came to check out this channel because Gus & Woody from DIVE TALK highly recommended it, & ever since then I've been hooked. Thanks again Mr. B. Allen

  • @Haybear_92
    @Haybear_92 Рік тому +783

    When it got the part where you find out where Andrew was the whole time I had to stop what I was doing. Absolutely devastating.

    • @asscheeks3142
      @asscheeks3142 Рік тому +28

      Same! He was telling the story so good I completely forgot about the chain for the quad.

    • @annie_babie
      @annie_babie Рік тому +24

      I was listening to this while drawing and had to stop. I've seen a lot of true crime and when i was a teen i spent a lot of time on best gore, but when this part came up, i had to stop because i was starting to feel sick

    • @loisannlovelace8988
      @loisannlovelace8988 Рік тому +4

      I was stunned, my mouth dropped open 😢

    • @loisannlovelace8988
      @loisannlovelace8988 Рік тому +6

      Your story telling is phenomenal. You put me right there, like I was there. Brilliant. Truly a gift my friend

    • @TheReviewedByMe
      @TheReviewedByMe Рік тому +1

      @@loisannlovelace8988 so good that the video before when the man had surgery and felt it all bc the anaesthetic nurse did it wrong i literally felt it too.

  • @laurarigiani3483
    @laurarigiani3483 Рік тому +971

    Thank you for telling a UK story. This was horrific to everyone in my country especially because our justice system was way too lenient on these monsters

    • @captainbarn
      @captainbarn Рік тому +70

      when a situation like this happens, I can only hope someone with a sense of street justice comes along and takes care of it Soprano style.

    • @SpahGaming
      @SpahGaming Рік тому +2

      @@captainbarn These geezers ought to get a prison shanking

    • @MAGGOT_VOMIT
      @MAGGOT_VOMIT Рік тому +30

      Let's hope someone bribes the other inmates to handle these little miscarriages that didn't flush!! Their screams would be sooooo soothing. Live-Stream please!! 🤣

    • @francisaiello289
      @francisaiello289 Рік тому +2

      As it is here also... on the wrong occasion!!!

    • @brucerex151
      @brucerex151 Рік тому +9

      Can a GoFundMe be set up for any fellow inmate that coincidentally meets out some street justice?

  • @nicoledion7132
    @nicoledion7132 6 місяців тому +1

    Such emotional to watch! 😢😢😢😢😢

  • @doryladame6396
    @doryladame6396 5 місяців тому +1

    Wow, people like that should never walk free.