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Busanjin Police Station Criminally Charges 20s Firefighter for Refusing Breathalyzer Test During Drunk Driving Incident

Busanjin Police Station.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-woo] A firefighter in Busan caused a commotion by refusing a breathalyzer test and going missing after the police began an investigation following a drunk driving incident.

According to the Busanjin Police Station on the 24th, a report of a firefighter driving under the influence was received by the police emergency number 112 around 8 p.m. on the 17th.

The police who responded attempted to check firefighter A's alcohol level around 11 p.m., but A refused to take the test.

It is known that A drove approximately 700 to 800 meters while moving from the first drinking location to the second.

After finishing the second drinking session, A called a designated driver to go home, but an acquaintance who learned about A’s drunk driving during the first session reported it.

A reportedly refused the breathalyzer test fearing that the amount of alcohol consumed during the second drinking session would also be measured.

A was confirmed to be a firefighter in his 20s working at a safety center.

The police have formally charged A with refusing to take a drunk driving test.

The day after the incident, on the 18th, a commotion occurred when A suddenly became unreachable, prompting police and firefighters to dispatch a search.

After the family reported to find A, the police tracked his mobile phone location and confirmed that he was at an acquaintance’s house.

The Busan Fire Headquarters stated, “We plan to take action once we receive the police investigation notification regarding A,” and added, “We will decide on suspension and disciplinary measures based on the severity of the charges.”

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