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Crime
Driver Drove Fortuner While Drinking Beer, Friend Fled
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 02:36 PM
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A driver named Viral was caught driving a Toyota Fortuner while drinking beer with the other hand, claiming he felt less intoxicated. His friend fled the scene.
A driver named Viral was seen operating a Toyota Fortuner while simultaneously holding a beer in his other hand. According to reports, Viral claimed he felt less intoxicated while driving. The incident was recorded by on‑lookers who later alerted authorities.
The driver’s companion fled the scene shortly after the event, leaving the vehicle unattended. Police have begun an investigation into the alleged drunk driving and the circumstances surrounding the friend’s escape.
No injuries or accidents were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about road safety and the enforcement of drunk‑driving laws in the region. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward with any additional information.
The case is currently under the jurisdiction of the local traffic police, who are reviewing surveillance footage and gathering statements from nearby residents.
The driver’s companion fled the scene shortly after the event, leaving the vehicle unattended. Police have begun an investigation into the alleged drunk driving and the circumstances surrounding the friend’s escape.
No injuries or accidents were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about road safety and the enforcement of drunk‑driving laws in the region. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward with any additional information.
The case is currently under the jurisdiction of the local traffic police, who are reviewing surveillance footage and gathering statements from nearby residents.