A daft driver from Sandown crashed his Mini into a wall near Apse Heath in the early hours of Sunday – and got nicked for drink-driving.

Mini Muppet Slams Wall After Boozy Spin

Just after 1am, emergency crews raced to the Apse Heath roundabout where Callum Downer had careered his car straight into a wall. Luckily, no one was hurt, but Downer failed a roadside breath test at the scene.

Drink-Drive Blunder Lands Him in Hot Water

Officers arrested Downer and took him to Newport Police Station for an evidential breath test. He’s been charged with drink-driving and slapped with bail. He must answer to the Islands Magistrates next week.

Let this be a warning – don’t drink and drive, or you might end up like this reckless motorist!

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