A 22-year-old unlicensed driver crashed his Volkswagen into a lamppost on Długa Street this morning while testing at nearly 2.0 per mille blood alcohol content during the long June weekend.
The Incident and Intervention
While driving on Długa Street in Konstancin-Jeziorna, a 22-year-old lost control of his vehicle, veered off the road, and struck a lamppost. An off-duty police officer from Piaseczno witnessed the crash and immediately intervened.
Legal Consequences
Breathalyzer testing revealed the driver had nearly 2.0 per mille of alcohol in his system and lacked a valid driver’s license. The man was taken into custody in Piaseczno for further processing.
He will face charges in court, with drunk driving carrying a potential penalty of up to three years in prison.
Public Safety Warning
Authorities emphasized that the driver’s actions posed a significant threat to pedestrians and other road users. Officials are urging the public to stop intoxicated individuals from driving, noting that the passenger accompanying the driver failed to take any action to prevent the incident.