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Bus Driver Arrested in Tomelloso After Testing Six Times Over Professional Alcohol Limit

A fast-track criminal proceeding is expected in the Tomelloso court following the Guardia Civil referral.

Overview

  • Guardia Civil traffic agents stopped the coach on October 13 after observing irregular driving on the A-43 near kilometre 87.
  • Breathalyser tests recorded 0.94 mg/L on the first test and 0.91 mg/L on the second, far above the professional threshold.
  • The vehicle, operating an international passenger service with five people on board, was immobilized at the scene.
  • The driver was detained on suspicion of an offense against road safety and transferred to the Tomelloso court for a speedy hearing in the coming days.
  • Under Spanish law, the offense carries potential penalties including three to six months in prison, a fine, one to three months of community service, and a driving ban of one to four years.