Polish police detained a 39-year-old woman in Karczew after she was found caring for her four-year-old son while under the influence of alcohol.
Police Respond to Welfare Check
Police from the Karczew Police Station arrested a 39-year-old woman who was caring for her four-year-old son while intoxicated. A breathalyzer test revealed a blood alcohol content of 2.1 per mille.
The incident began with a report received by the duty officer at the Karczew police station, indicating a potentially intoxicated woman caring for a minor child in the Karczew municipality.
Immediate Action and Findings
Police prioritize reports concerning the safety and well-being of children. A patrol was immediately dispatched to the address provided. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the concerning reports, detecting a strong odor of alcohol emanating from the 39-year-old mother.
The breathalyzer test confirmed a reading of 2.1 per mille. She was providing care for her four-year-old son in this condition.
Legal Consequences and Child Welfare
The woman was arrested and taken to a police cell, while the child was placed in the care of family members. After sobering up, the 39-year-old was charged with endangering the life or health of a person under her care.
The prosecutor imposed a preventative measure of police supervision, requiring the woman to report to the police station three times a week for sobriety checks. The “Blue Card” procedure has also been initiated, with relevant services closely monitoring the child’s home situation.
Warning and Call to Action
Authorities remind the public that caring for a child while intoxicated is extremely irresponsible, a serious crime, and a direct threat to the child’s life and health. Individuals suspecting a child is under the care of an intoxicated person are urged to report it immediately, as one phone call could prevent a tragedy.