Off-Duty Policeman Causes Car Accident After Losing Control
In a shocking turn of events, an off-duty policeman in Olt caused a car accident after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into a median separating the lanes of traffic.
An off-duty policeman in Olt crashed into a median separating lanes of traffic. Photo: Archive
Alcohol Involved in the Accident
The off-duty policeman was tested with a breathalyzer, and the results showed a blood alcohol content of 0.84 mg/l in the exhaled air. The incident took place on Monday night, around 12:15 a.m., prompting an urgent response from law enforcement.
“Upon initial investigation, the police determined that a 47-year-old man from the Pleşoiu commune in Olt, while driving a car on Piteşti street, failed to properly ensure safety while making a right turn and collided with the median separating the lanes of traffic. Due to the smell of alcohol, the driver was tested with a breathalyzer, which indicated a reading of 0.84 mg/l of pure alcohol in the exhaled air,” stated representatives of the Olt County Police Inspectorate.
Police Officer Involved
The man was taken to the Slatina Emergency County Hospital, where biological samples were collected for testing. “After conducting further investigations, it was found that the man is a police officer with the Olt County Police Inspectorate and was off-duty at the time of the incident,” added the Olt County Police Inspectorate.
This incident raises concerns about the behavior of law enforcement officers when off-duty and the importance of responsible alcohol consumption, especially when operating a vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the blood alcohol content of the off-duty policeman?
The off-duty policeman had a blood alcohol content of 0.84 mg/l in the exhaled air, as indicated by a breathalyzer test.
Was anyone injured in the car accident caused by the off-duty policeman?
There is no information at this time regarding injuries resulting from the car accident caused by the off-duty policeman.
What actions will be taken against the off-duty policeman by the authorities?
The authorities are likely to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and take appropriate disciplinary actions against the off-duty policeman based on the findings.