WILLEMSTAD – The Public Prosecution Service has requested a prison sentence of seven months against a Dutch driver for causing a serious traffic accident while under the influence of alcohol.
The 44-year-old suspect, identified by his initials J.N., is being held responsible for a crash that occurred on November 18 last year on the Boy Duvert Nicolinaweg. According to prosecutors, he was driving at high speed and on the wrong side of the road when he collided with another vehicle.
The victim sustained serious injuries to her foot and continues to face significant limitations in her daily life, including being unable to return to work.
In addition to driving under the influence, the suspect is also accused of operating a vehicle without a valid driver’s license and without insurance.
The prosecution considers the charges proven and is seeking a sentence of seven months in prison, three of which would be conditional. The prosecutor has also requested that the suspect be banned from driving for four years, with three years conditional, and be fined 500 guilders.
The suspect has admitted guilt and expressed remorse. His lawyer argued that he acted under emotional distress and suggested that a community service sentence would be more appropriate.
The court is expected to issue its verdict in three weeks.