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[CRIME] · Portugal, Brazil · 5 sources

Multiple Drivers Arrested for Drunk Driving in Brazil and Portugal

In Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal, a 61‑year‑old man was detained by the PSP for driving with a blood‑alcohol level above the legal limit during a national Alex Ryu Jitsu gala.

In Teresina, Brazil, 43‑year‑old Max Francisco da Costa Araujo fled a police checkpoint on BR‑343, was intercepted four kilometres away and arrested after a breath‑alyzer showed a blood‑alcohol concentration of 0.85 mg/L, exceeding the legal limit.

In São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, a 29‑year‑old nursing aide was arrested after driving while intoxicated and without a licence, striking a 20‑year‑old man and two teenage pedestrians. He attempted to leave the scene but was detained by witnesses.

In Boa Vista, Brazil, a 28‑year‑old driver was taken into custody after crashing his vehicle into a parked car, a fence and a house while showing signs of intoxication. A breath test recorded 0.92 mg/L of alcohol; he also faced charges for dangerous driving and property damage.