Drunk Driver Crashes BMW into Divider in Kaohsiung

A high-speed BMW driven by a young man ended in a crash early Saturday morning in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, resulting in his arrest for drunk driving.

The incident happened around 1 a.m. on August 21st. The 22-year-old driver, identified by the surname Chen, was traveling west on Xingnan Road when his white BMW allegedly lost control while changing lanes. The vehicle reportedly skidded and spun, ultimately mounting the central divider and causing significant damage to its front end.

Nearby residents were startled by the loud impact. Police arrived at the scene to find the car heavily damaged but thankfully, Chen was unharmed. During their investigation, officers detected alcohol on Chen's breath.

A subsequent breathalyzer test revealed a blood alcohol level of 0.4. Chen was subsequently handed over to the Qiaotou District Prosecutor's Office on charges of endangering public safety. The traffic police are continuing to analyze the accident details to determine the exact cause and responsibility. Authorities reiterated warnings against drunk driving, emphasizing the severe penalties, including heavy fines, vehicle impoundment, and license suspension.

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Excessive drinking is harmful to health. No drunk driving.