France: Drunk driving incidents in Tournon-sur-Rhône and Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray

Two separate incidents involving intoxicated drivers occurred in France. In Tournon-sur-Rhône, an intoxicated driver entered a narrow pedestrian street in a Renault Clio. After attempting to reverse and becoming wedged between buildings, the driver fell asleep with their foot on the accelerator, causing significant noise that disturbed the neighborhood.

In Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray, a 25-year-old driver led police on a high-speed chase in an SUV. The driver ignored red lights and police signals before losing control and crashing into urban furniture. After a brief foot pursuit, the individual was apprehended. Tests confirmed a blood alcohol level of approximately one gram per liter. The driver faces charges including refusal to comply with police orders, driving under the influence, and damaging public property.