Following a social media post that appeared to minimize his recent drunk driving accusation, David Warner has come under fire.
This week, the cricket player posted a picture of himself and his daughter sitting in a car on Instagram Stories.
The 39-year-old included the sly message, “My DD for the day,” where “DD” stands for “designated driver.”
A designated driver is someone who drives others home while abstaining from alcohol during a social gathering.
Advocates for the victims found the joke offensive, especially in light of Warner’s April 5 drunk driving indictment.
Ian Luff, the creator of Drive to Survive, told the Daily Telegraph that public figures and celebrities had an obligation to take these issues seriously.
This week, David Warner (pictured) posted a picture of himself and his daughter sitting in a car on Instagram Stories. “My DD for the day” is the amusing caption that the 39-year-old added.
According to Luff, “people look up to high-profile athletes and expect their behavior to set an example.”
He continued, “People need a wake-up call, and public figures should be setting a better example, not dismissing it.”
Howard Brown, a victim advocate, was likewise offended by the humorous message.
“He thinks the whole thing is a great joke, and we’re trying to save people’s lives,” Brown remarked.
Warner stopped short of a roadside test in Sydney’s east on April 5 and produced a positive result for alcohol, according to police.
He allegedly blew 0.104, which is more than twice the legal blood alcohol limit, when he was brought to the Maroubra Police Station for a supplementary test.
The Sydney Thunder Big Bash captain and former Australian Test opener was accused of mid-range drunk driving.
Warner’s attorney Bobby Hill hinted to a guilty plea at a later time when speaking outside of court on May 7, although Warner has not yet submitted a plea.
Advocates for the victims took the joke seriously, especially in light of Warner’s April 5 drunk driving indictment.
Warner’s next court date is June 24. Accompanied by his spouse, Candice Warner
“He is aware that what he did was wrong,” stated Hill.
“He acknowledges that getting in his car rather than taking an Uber was a reckless and stupid decision.”
Before making that choice, the Fox Cricket analyst drank three glasses of wine at a friend’s residence, according to Hill.
Having a glass of wine on the day of the Lord’s resurrection is not illegal. He told reporters, “In fact, some would consider that completely appropriate.”
“As I mentioned, his crime is that he chose a stupid plan A rather than a plan B.”
According to Hill, Warner had not had a drink for eleven minutes prior to being stopped by the police, who are alleged to have taken fifty-two minutes to administer the second breathalyser.
According to Hill, the cricket player is repentant, therefore he will ask for forgiveness but anticipate punishment just like any other NSW citizen.
“Everyone in the public is reminded about the dangers of self-assessments by this case before the court,” he stated.
Warner’s next court date is June 24.
