Drunken Captain Gets Vessel Stuck in Germany
A inland freighter discovered itself pinned in a peculiar approach on Germany’s Main river after the drunken ship captain allegedly ran the vessel right into a bridge after which the river financial institution.
Local media reviews that the 105-meter vessel Elsava turned pinned crossways between a bridge and the sting of the river in Lohr am Main, Germany early on Thursday.
Photos and video of the incident present the vessel’s bow protruding a number of meters up onto the riverbank.
Upon boarding the vessel police discovered that the Captain was smoking cigarettes and consuming. He later blew a .15 BAC in a breath take a look at and was taken to the police division for reserving.
The ship remained pinned Friday however was anticipated to be pulled free later within the day.