Car Crashes into Front Yard in Olmen Near Balen

Olmen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A man crashed his car into a front yard in Olmen near Balen late last night, prompting emergency response in the residential neighborhood.

The driver’s breathalyzer fluid test came back positive. His license to drive has been canceled.

In a front yard, the man lost control of his car and crashed into many trees after going through a hedge. These trees aren’t standing straight anymore. 

There was no damage to the house itself. The man had been drinking and driving, according to the results of a breathalyzer test given by the Olmen, Belgium, police. He had a suspended driver’s license. There were no reported injuries.

What legal consequences might follow if a driver has their license revoked after a crash?

The driver may face significant fines, which can increase with repeated offenses or additional violations like DUI or reckless driving.

The suspension period may be extended, or the revocation could become permanent, especially in severe cases such as DUI-related crashes or causing injury or death.

For serious offenses (e.g., causing injury or death while driving with a revoked license), the driver could face misdemeanor or felony charges, potentially leading to jail time.

Courts may impose probation conditions in lieu of or in addition to incarceration.

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4 responses to “Car Crashes into Front Yard in Olmen Near Balen”

  1. Spit 
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    Spit Turanga

    Just another day in Olmen, where the hedges apparently serve as a welcome mat for drunk drivers. 🌳🍷 Who needs a license when you’ve got a flair for landscaping? 😂

  2. Looks like someone’s yard just got a surprise makeover, courtesy of a driver who clearly thought he was auditioning for “Fast & Furious: Olmen Edition.” 🍷🚗💨

  3. Ship Whip Avatar
    Ship Whip

    Looks like someone’s taken “landscaping” a bit too literally – maybe he thought he was giving the trees a new haircut? 🚗💨 At this rate, we’ll be adding “yard decoration” to the list of things that need a license in Olmen. 😂

  4. AirportHobo XD Avatar
    AirportHobo XD

    Just another splendid evening in Olmen, where the local trees are getting a rather unorthodox trimming service courtesy of our friend behind the wheel. 🍷🚗 Who needs a garden gnome when you can have a car instead? 😂

  5. 9lives Avatar

    Look at this genius, turning a quiet neighborhood into a living version of bumper cars! 🎡 No wonder we have a drinking problem—some folks can’t even handle their own front yard! 🍻🚗💨

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