Andorran Police Arrest Three Drunk Drivers After Snowy Weekend Crashes
Three men detained in Andorra for DUI following minor collisions in snowy conditions in Canillo and El Serrat; no injuries reported.
Key Points
- 24-year-old crashed into parked cars on CG-2 in Canillo; 1.87 mg/l BAC.
- 52-year-old veered off CG-3 in El Serrat; 1.53 mg/l BAC.
- 30-year-old stopped on snowy roads; 1.85 mg/l BAC.
- All incidents involved no injuries; highlight risks of DUI in winter snow.
**Andorran police detain three drivers for drunk driving after weekend collisions amid snowy conditions.**
Police in Andorra arrested three men over the weekend after breath tests revealed blood alcohol levels exceeding legal limits, following minor accidents in Canillo, El Serrat, and other areas affected by snow.
A police statement released Monday detailed the incidents. On Saturday night, a 24-year-old driver lost control while heading uphill on the CG-2 in Canillo, striking two parked vehicles in a material damage crash. Officers at the scene recorded a reading of 1.87 mg/l, prompting his detention.
The night before, Friday in El Serrat, a 52-year-old man veered off the right side of the CG-3 road in a similar material damage incident. Police breath-tested him upon arrival, measuring 1.53 mg/l, which led to his arrest.
Early Saturday morning, authorities stopped a 30-year-old driver struggling to navigate snowy roads. His test showed 1.85 mg/l, resulting in detention.
No injuries occurred in any case. The events underscore risks of driving under the influence during winter nights on icy roads, as noted in police reports and coverage highlighting the hazardous mix of alcohol, snow, darkness, and mountain parishes.
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