During a public safety announcement about retail theft on Wednesday morning, a reporter asked Adams if he could share any information or comment about the chase that a spokesperson for the couple said was caused the “relentless pursuit” of paparazzi in a statement to PEOPLE.
“It’s clear that the press, paparazzis, they want to get the right shot, they want to get the right story, but public safety must always be at the forefront,” Adams said.
He added, “I thought that was a bit reckless and irresponsible.”
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.Kevin Mazur/Getty
A spokesperson for theMeghan MarkleandPrince Harrysaid in a statement to PEOPLE, “Last night, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Ms. Ragland were involved in a near catastrophic car chase at the hands of a ring of highly aggressive paparazzi. This relentless pursuit, lasting over two hours, resulted in multiple near collisions involving other drivers on the road, pedestrians and two NYPD officers.”
“While being a public figure comes with a level of interest from the public, it should never come at the cost of anyone’s safety,” the spokesperson added.
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However, he said even if it was a 10-minute chase, it would still be “extremely dangerous in New York City.”
“We have a lot of traffic, a lot of movement, a lot of people are using our streets,” Adams added. “Any type of high speed chase that involves something of that nature is inappropriate.”
On Wednesday afternoon, the NYPD released a statement to PEOPLE reading, “On Tuesday evening, May 16, the NYPD assisted the private security team protecting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. There were numerous photographers that made their transport challenging. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived at their destination and there were no reported collisions, summonses, injuries, or arrests in regard.”
source: people.com
