VIDEO: Driver under the influence of narcotic substances drives BMW into the Daugava. Verdict announced in the case
A driver who was under the influence of narcotics has been sentenced following an incident last June where he drove his BMW into the Daugava River in Ogre, Latvia, sparking significant public interest.
Despite the ban, people continued to walk on the unsafe ice of the Daugava on Saturday
Despite a ban, many people continued to walk on the unsafe ice of the Daugava River in Riga on Saturday, leading to police intervention.
The Ban Does Not Deter People in Riga from Walking on the Daugava Ice
Despite a municipal ban on walking on the ice of the Daugava River, residents and visitors in Riga continue to ignore the warning and venture onto the frozen surface.
Riga prohibits access to the ice of the Daugava River for safety reasons
Riga city government has banned residents from accessing the ice of the Daugava River due to safety concerns, with the municipal police prepared to act against violators.
Prohibition on riverside ice in Riga
The Riga City Council's Security, Order, and Corruption Prevention Committee has decided to impose a prohibition on residents moving on the ice of the Daugava River for safety reasons.
Riga City Council to Evaluate Safety on the Ice of the Daugava
The Riga City Council's Security, Order, and Corruption Prevention Committee is meeting to discuss public safety risks on the Daugava River ice after concerns were raised in the media.
VIDEO ⟩ People walk on the frozen Daugava in the center of Riga
Despite the thick layer of ice on the Daugava river, Riga's municipal police warn that the ice is fragile and dangerous in certain areas, especially under the bridges.
Riga plans to allow walking on the ice of Daugava
Riga is set to officially allow people to walk on the frozen Daugava River, despite ongoing warnings from hydrologists about the associated risks.
VIDEO ⟩ Places designated in the center of Riga will allow crossing the Daugava on ice; responsibility is on each individual's shoulders
Riga officials are set to allow crossing the Daugava River on ice, while emphasizing that individuals are responsible for their own safety on the ice.