Oops! 81-Year-Old Rome Resident Takes a Bold Detour Down the Spanish Steps
Driver navigates Mercedes along Spanish Steps in Rome
Hold up, sometimes the shortest way isn't always the best: This idea crossed the mind of an 81-year-old Roman man, leading him to an unexpected destination at an inappropriate time. His adventurous journey took placearound 4:30 AM on a Tuesday in late June.
The unbelievable scene unfolded as the man attempted to drive his vehicle down the Spanish Steps, a famous landmark in the heart of Rome. But fear not, as the quick-thinking police stationed below soon intervened, putting a halt to his daring descent. The motive behind his decision to take this unusual route remains a mystery, though it's possible he may have been following misguided directions from a navigation device. The possibility of excessive alcohol was swiftly dismissed, as a breathalyzer test came back negative.
Luckily, the senior driver emerged unscathed from this quirky mishap. However, extracting the badly parked Mercedes from the historic steps presented quite the challenge. The local fire department enlisted the help of a mighty crane to complete the rescue operation. The man is now facing charges for driving on a protected monument, according to the British "Independent."
Although this incident is certainly unique, it's not the first time someone has tried to drive a car down the Spanish Steps. Just last year, a man from Saudi Arabia found himself in hot water after a security camera snapped him piloting a rented Maserati down the 136 steps of the monument. The embarrassed driver admitted following the GPS of the luxury car, in an attempt to reach his intended destination.
Sources: ntv.de, akr
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- The incident of the 81-year-old man driving his car down the Spanish Steps in Rome serves as a reminder of the importance of following directions carefully, even for small and medium-sized enterprises or individuals looking to explore new ‘lifestyle’ choices in the community.
- Interestingly, the general-news outlet, British "Independent," reported that this isn't the first time a car has attempted to navigate the Spanish Steps, with a similar incident occurring last year involving a driver from Saudi Arabia.
- Meanwhile, in the realm of crime and justice, the senior driver is now facing charges for driving on a protected monument, further emphasizing the need for care and caution on Rome's bustling streets, particularly with the rising trend of tourist-related accidents involving cars.
