A black Mercedes flipped on its side after hitting two parked cars, leading to police investigation for suspected drunk driving.
On the evening of April 5, 2023, an incident involving a black
Mercedes occurred on Dob Street in Budapest, resulting in the vehicle overturning and coming to rest on its side.
Reports indicate that the driver of the
Mercedes struck two parked vehicles before the car flipped over.
Eyewitnesses noted that the driver, a 31-year-old male, appeared to have been speeding prior to the collision.
Despite the dramatic incident, the driver managed to exit the vehicle on his own.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and firefighters were involved in righting the overturned car.
A spokesperson from the Budapest Disaster Management Directorate confirmed that the incident was caused by the vehicle colliding with the parked cars, which ultimately led to its rollover.
The police were contacted for further information, and they reported that the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
Due to injuries sustained in the crash, he was transported to a hospital for medical evaluation.
The VII District Police Department has initiated a criminal investigation for suspected drunk driving.
Additionally, video footage of the overturned vehicle has surfaced, documenting the aftermath of the crash and the response from emergency personnel.