Speaking as a former Traffic Cop in the UK....... its not the most pleasant experience telling someone that their nearest and dearest has passed away unexpectedly....... I had to tell a 15 year old girls mum that her daughter had been killed by a drunk driver just before Xmas a few years ago............ Its not something that should be done by phone, it is should be done in person by a Police officer who can assist and give advice etc....
I think our thoughts should be with the families of those who have lost loved ones and we shouldnt be arguing about the rights and wrongs about these tragic circumstances.....
Ian H