A serious incident disrupted the quiet early hours of Sunday morning on Gresham Road, Brixton, when a drunk driver collided with a stationary recovery truck. Metro Police were promptly called to the scene after the black Audi A3, reportedly under the control of an intoxicated individual, crashed into the truck.
The owner of the recovery truck, a self-employed individual, expressed frustration and concern over the incident. “I haven’t been able to assess the full extent of the damage yet, but it’s clear that several thousand pounds worth of damage has been caused by a reckless individual who chose to drink and drive,” he stated. The financial implications of this incident are particularly burdensome for the truck owner, who relies on his vehicle for his livelihood.
Adding to the complexity of the situation, the owner was informed by the police that he could not inspect his truck immediately. “The police said I can’t go down and inspect my truck because it’s been treated as a crime scene,” he explained. This standard procedure is often followed in accidents involving suspected criminal activity, such as drunk driving.
The crash was severe enough to deploy the airbags in the Audi, indicating the intensity of the impact. The Audi A3 is said to be a total loss as a result of the accident.
The Met Police have taken the driver into custody and are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident. They have been approached for further comment on the matter.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and its potential to cause harm not only to the driver but also to innocent bystanders and their property. The Metro Police are expected to release more details as their investigation progresses.
