Feb 17 • 07:08 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

A drunk driver crashed a 'Chevrolet' into a pole at the Dutch roundabout in Vilnius

A drunk driver crashed a Chevrolet vehicle into a pole at a roundabout in Vilnius early in the morning, leading to administrative penalties for the driver.

In the early hours of the morning, a traffic incident was reported to the police at 6:59 AM, involving a Chevrolet car driving on T. Kosciuškos street which crashed into a pole at the Dutch roundabout. The notification indicated a serious concern, prompting the dispatch of police, ambulance, and fire and rescue teams to the scene. Upon their arrival, they found the car lodged into the pole, with the driver and a companion present but not injured.

Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the incident, allowing emergency services to stand down after assessing the situation. It was determined that the driver of the Chevrolet was under the influence of alcohol, registering a light level of intoxication. This intoxication led to the crash and raised serious legal concerns for the driver following established regulations.

As a consequence of the incident and the driver's blood alcohol concentration, he is facing administrative penalties which could include fines or other consequences as stipulated by local traffic laws. This incident highlights ongoing issues with drunk driving and emphasizes the importance of road safety measures in urban areas like Vilnius, where traffic management and law enforcement are critical for public safety.

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