DistantNews
Support us
Kragujevac police stop 50 drunk drivers over weekend
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ธ Serbia /Crime & Justice

Kragujevac police stop 50 drunk drivers over weekend

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Police in Kragujevac, Serbia, removed 50 drivers for drunk driving over the weekend.
  • Two drivers were also caught driving under the influence of psychoactive substances.
  • Authorities are urging all road users, especially young drivers, to adhere to traffic regulations to ensure safety.

During an intensified traffic control operation over the weekend, Kragujevac police identified and removed 50 drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol. Additionally, two drivers were found to be driving while impaired by psychoactive substances.

The traffic police stopped a 47-year-old driver of a "Renault" with a blood alcohol level of 3.35 per mille. Also apprehended were a 33-year-old "Peugeot" driver with 2.70 per mille, a 49-year-old "Fiat" driver with 2.44 per mille, and a 63-year-old "Opel" driver with 2.31 per mille. Criminal charges for reckless driving will be filed against these individuals, according to the Kragujevac Police Administration.

In separate incidents, a 30-year-old "Mercedes" driver was taken off the road for driving under the influence of cocaine, and a 43-year-old "Fiat" driver was found to be under the influence of cannabis and amphetamines. The police also stopped a 16-year-old "Audi" driver who was operating the vehicle without a license and with an expired registration sticker. This minor had previously been removed from traffic for failing to stop at a police signal.

All apprehended drivers have been detained and brought before the Prekrลกajni sud (Misdemeanor Court) in Kragujevac. The Kragujevac Police Administration issued an appeal to all road users, particularly young drivers, to strictly adhere to all traffic regulations. They emphasized that compliance with these rules is crucial for protecting their own lives and the lives of others on the road.

DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.