Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 25-year-old nurse was stopped by Mechelen traffic police for erratic behavior. A saliva test confirmed cocaine use, leading to her driver’s license being taken away for 15 days.
On 19 November, Mechelen traffic police noticed a car nearly collide with a parked truck on Zandpoortvest. Concerned about the driver’s behavior, they signaled her to pull over. The 25-year-old woman appeared nervous during the inspection, raising suspicions among the officers. Her nervousness and signs of possible drug use led the police to conduct further checks.
How did Mechelen police address cocaine use in recent traffic stops?
A roadside saliva test revealed a woman had used cocaine, which she admitted to during questioning. Police documented the incident and will take further legal action. Police mentioned that the case highlights the importance of traffic checks for road safety.
A nurse who was starting her first day at work was stopped by police and found to be impaired. She had only held her driver’s license for 11 days. Due to her condition and lack of experience, officers revoked her license for 15 days to ensure public safety and highlight the risks of driving under the influence, especially for new drivers.
