On October 31, Warsaw city police stopped an intoxicated cyclist riding against traffic on Wisłostrada, measuring his blood alcohol level near 0.2 ‰.
Cyclist Riding Against Traffic Flow
On Friday, October 31, Warsaw City Guard officers on a routine patrol at 14:00 on Wybrzeże Kościuszkowskie spotted a man riding a bicycle opposite the flow of traffic on Wisłostrada, situated along 3 Maja Avenue.
Police Intervention on 3 Maja Avenue
The guards immediately ordered the cyclist to stop, pointing out that moving against traffic on this high‑speed artery poses a serious risk to both the cyclist and motorists. He complied, allowing officers to conduct a check.
Alcohol Smell Leads to Breathalyzer Test
During verification the officers detected an odor of alcohol. The cyclist admitted having drunk two beers about two hours earlier. A breathalyzer test confirmed a blood alcohol content near 0.2 ‰.
Result: Blood Alcohol Concentration Close to 0.2 ‰
After the test, police took over further action on the scene to ensure safety and enforce traffic regulations.
