Mar 17 • 20:02 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Man with expired driver's license arrested for drunk driving and hitting two cars in the interior of São Paulo

A man was arrested in Brazil for driving under the influence and causing a traffic accident with two other vehicles while holding an expired driver's license.

On Tuesday, a man was apprehended in Campo Limpo Paulista, São Paulo, after driving under the influence and colliding with two parked cars on Avenida Casa Branca. The local Municipal Guard responded to the incident and reported that the driver lost control of his vehicle while attempting to make a turn, impacting both vehicles on the road. During their investigation, officials observed clear signs of intoxication in the driver, which prompted further checks that revealed his driver's license, known as Carteira Nacional de Habilitação (CNH), was expired. Following the collision, he was taken into custody by the authorities and charged with driving under the influence. Following his arrest, the individual was transported to the local police station where he was formally charged and remained in custody for his actions. This incident underscores the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of having a valid driver's license, highlighting ongoing issues related to road safety in the region.

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