Drunk, he loses control of his bike and hits six vehicles in Monaco, but benefits from the indulgence of justice
It is strongly advised not to pedal after having drunk too much. This warning, mentioned during the comparison of a cyclist before the criminal court, should encourage more circumspection from any user of the little queen if he does not want to find himself in court one day.
On November 18, a man rode his bicycle to reach his home. But having yielded to copious libations, it was found that he was traveling on the route in an advanced state of intoxication.
Under the effect of alcohol fumes, he lost control of his bike and once the handlebars were released, the forty-something was going to hit six parked vehicles and two-wheelers.
The police and emergency services arrive promptly on the scene for the reports of use and the practice of first aid. By chance, the damage is mainly material. Moreover, only one civil party appeared at the hearing to be part of a damage of 900 euros.
A lenient court against “courage” of the accused
Questioned by President Françoise Barbier-Chassaing, the defendant admitted the facts. Between pain and the will to no longer consent to this kind of offense again, he seemed to obtain the words of forgiveness. Because this unemployed man was laid off in 2020 and he contracted Covid shortly after. Today, he is undergoing therapy in order to try everything to eradicate his addiction to drink.
This healing intention certainly affected first substitute Valérie Sagné. In its requisitions, the prosecutor noted “the sincerity and courage of the person concerned at the bar in order to report his addiction to alcohol and his action to fight against this disease. Certainly, you will notice the hitch during this period of imposed sobriety. But the rate of 0.59 mg / l is however not anecdotal. However, we must help him and hope that Monsieur will recover completely. In addition to the fine of 45 euros, the requested penalty of 1,500 euros fine may be partially or fully suspended.
The court revised the fine upwards to an amount of 1,900 euros, which it however fully suspended. On the other hand, the defendant will have to pay the fine and pay the sum of 900 euros requested by the civil party.