Bus Driver Arrested for Drunk Driving After Passenger Injury in Tel Aviv
A 70-year-old female passenger was lightly injured and hospitalized after falling inside a bus in Tel Aviv. The incident prompted police to investigate the bus driver, who was found to be intoxicated. Traffic officers at the scene detected a strong smell of alcohol emanating from the driver. A breathalyzer test revealed the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was 664 micrograms per liter, 2.8 times above the legal limit. The driver, employed by the Dan bus company, was arrested following the test.
One passenger described the ride as a nightmare, noting the driver’s reckless behavior and sudden braking, which likely caused the woman’s fall and injury. The passenger expressed concern over the driver’s intoxication and the danger it posed to all on board. Police confirmed the driver was taken into custody after the breathalyzer confirmed intoxication.
The case highlights serious safety concerns regarding public transportation and driver sobriety enforcement in Tel Aviv. Authorities are expected to continue investigating the incident and take appropriate legal action against the driver.
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