Introduction
On February 10th, at Kim Ma Street in Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Task Force No. 2 of the Highway Traffic Police Department conducted alcohol tests on the road. During their inspection, they discovered that Mr. N.H.P. (51 years old) was riding a motorbike with another man, showing signs of alcohol consumption. Upon seeing the law enforcement officers, the passenger hastily threw his half-finished beer can onto the street. This action not only caused environmental pollution but also reflected the lack of awareness among citizens when participating in traffic.
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1. Incident Occurring on Kim Ma Street
At around 1 PM on February 10th, traffic police conducted an alcohol test on Mr. N.H.P. While riding a motorbike with another man, Mr. P. violated the alcohol limit regulations. The test results showed that Mr. P. had an alcohol concentration below 0.25 mg/liter of exhaled air, which is a minor violation but still within the legal penalty range.
Traffic police issued a ticket to Mr. P. (Photo: Le Ha).
2. Unconscious Actions of the Drunk Passenger
When the traffic police began the inspection, the man sitting behind Mr. P.’s motorcycle quickly threw his half-finished beer can onto the road. This action not only caused environmental pollution but also demonstrated a lack of awareness and disrespect for the law. It also posed a danger to traffic safety and could lead to severe consequences if it caused an accident.
Beer can thrown by the passenger sitting behind Mr. P. when he saw the traffic police (Photo: Le Ha).
3. Mr. P.’s Explanation for the Violation
During the investigation, Mr. P. explained that he had met an old friend for lunch earlier that day, and they had shared some beers. “Since we hadn’t seen each other in a long time, I drank more than usual,” Mr. P. said. After leaving the restaurant, Mr. P. rode his motorbike to work and was stopped by the task force. The test results confirmed that Mr. P. had an alcohol concentration of less than 0.25 mg/liter of exhaled air.
4. Legal Consequences
According to Vietnamese law, driving under the influence of alcohol, even if it is below the legal limit, will result in strict penalties. For Mr. P.’s violation, he faces a fine of 2.5 million VND, a deduction of 4 points from his driver’s license, and a 7-day vehicle impoundment. These penalties are intended to serve as a deterrent and remind people of their responsibilities when driving.
5. Traffic Violations in Hanoi
Statistics from the Hanoi Traffic Police Department show that from January 1st to February 4th, over 19,800 traffic violations were handled throughout the city. Of these, nearly 5,000 cases involved alcohol consumption, and over 1,400 involved speeding. These numbers indicate that traffic violations remain widespread and highlight the need for increased public awareness campaigns and stricter enforcement.
Conclusion
The unconscious behavior of the drunk passenger who hastily threw his half-finished beer can onto the road upon encountering traffic police not only caused environmental pollution but also reflected a lack of respect for the law. Strictly penalizing such violations is necessary to deter similar actions and raise public awareness about responsible behavior while driving. Citizens should understand that consuming alcohol before operating a vehicle not only endangers themselves but also others. Always adhere to regulations to protect your own safety and that of the community.
