An incident that took place on April 1, 2024, in the Valpovo area was concealed by a drunken police officer, according to the portal Danica. Despite being off-duty, the officer crashed into a car carrying a man, woman, and two children while driving his private vehicle with Osijek registration plates on the state road DC517.
Despite the seriousness of the situation, the police have not yet included it in their official reports. However, upon further investigation, it was discovered that the officer had a blood alcohol level of 1.01 per million during a breathalyzer test. In contrast, the other driver involved in the accident had no alcohol in his system. As a result of his actions, an indictment was filed against him for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Meanwhile, an indictment was also issued against the second driver who was found to be driving without a license and failed to ensure that one of their children was seated in a proper child seat. The details surrounding this incident highlight how important traffic safety is and how responsible driving practices can prevent accidents from occurring.
In conclusion, this incident serves as a reminder that no matter what time or place we are driving in, we need to prioritize our safety and follow traffic rules to avoid any accidents or injuries.