Hotel security in Aruba stopped an allegedly impaired driver from taking the wheel before police detained him after he reportedly resisted assistance.
Security Intervenes Before Driver Leaves
The report said the incident occurred Sunday night, when hotel security noticed a man who appeared intoxicated preparing to drive home. The hotel security stops impaired driver account said a staff member intervened before the man could take the wheel and contacted police so he could get home without driving.
Police Offer a Ride Home
According to AWE24, a police patrol responded to the hotel. Officers spoke with the driver and offered to take him home, with the understanding that he could return for his vehicle later in the day. The source reported that the man refused the proposed arrangement.
Driver Reportedly Resists Assistance
AWE24 reported that the driver resisted police after declining the offered ride. Officers then detained him. The outlet did not identify the driver or the hotel, and its report did not specify whether any formal charge was filed.
No Injuries Reported in Initial Account
The initial account did not report any collision or injuries. Details about how officers assessed the driver's condition, how long he remained in custody and when the vehicle was collected were not included in the source report.
Source: read the original report from AWE24.
