Drunk Driver's Bribery Attempt Leads to Arrest in Belarus

Drunk Driving Arrest in Belarus Leads to Bribery Charges A 62-year-old man from Gomel, Belarus, found himself in serious trouble on June 2nd, 2025, when he was stopped by traffic police officers on the Rechitsa-Loev highway near the village of Mars. The officers noticed his erratic driving and suspected he was under the influence of alcohol. "His physical state raised our suspicions," stated one of the officers involved in the incident. The driver, whose name has not been publicly released, attempted to bribe the officers, offering them 1600 rubles to overlook the violation. Despite repeated warnings about the severe penalties for bribery of a public official, the driver persisted, placing the money on the passenger seat of the police car. A subsequent medical examination confirmed the driver's blood alcohol content was 2.2 промилле. A criminal investigation was launched immediately, and the driver's ZIL truck was impounded. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in combating drunk driving and corruption in Belarus. The case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences that can result from such actions.