A pedestrian was hit by a drunk driver on Thursday afternoon in the port city of Piraeus, near Athens, in an incident that shocked witnesses—not only because of the driver’s state, but also because his 6-year-old son was in the car with him at the time.
Woman Injured, Driver Attempts to Flee
The incident occurred at the intersection of Akti Miaouli and Bouboulina Streets. A 42-year-old man driving under the influence struck a 57-year-old woman, who fortunately sustained only minor injuries. She was promptly taken by ambulance to Attikon Hospital for treatment.
According to eyewitnesses, the driver tried to flee the scene following the collision. However, he was quickly stopped by nearby motorists who intervened until police arrived. Officers proceeded with the arrest.
Child in Car During Incident
During the police check, it was confirmed that the driver was intoxicated. Shocking to many was the discovery that his 6-year-old son was in the vehicle at the time of the incident, raising further concerns about the safety and well-being of the child.
Authorities have filed multiple charges against the driver, including causing bodily harm through negligence, driving under the influence of alcohol, and endangering the life of a minor.
