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Authorities in Sochi apprehended the chauffeur of a tourist vehicle.

Detainee served a two-month stint in custody.

Tourist vehicle operator detained by Sochi law enforcement officials
Tourist vehicle operator detained by Sochi law enforcement officials

Authorities in Sochi apprehended the chauffeur of a tourist vehicle.

A 21-year-old suspect is currently in custody in Sochi, following an incident that occurred on August 17 near the village of Krasnaya Polyana. According to the unified press service of the courts of the Krasnodar Territory, the incident took place in rough terrain.

The suspect is being held accountable for providing unsafe services, which led to a high-clearance vehicle overturning, causing injuries to five passengers. The vehicle accident occurred at the Sochi, Adler District Court.

The incident resulted in five passengers aged 18 to 42 sustaining various injuries. All injured parties were immediately taken to the hospital, but no information has been provided about their current condition.

Despite the ongoing investigation, the search results do not contain information about the driver who caused the accident. The suspect's custody period has been extended to a duration of two months, with their incarceration currently standing at two months.

The unified press service of the courts of the Krasnodar Territory continues to be the source of the report, but no new details about the incident are provided in this paragraph. The suspect's temporary detention period has also been extended to two months.

It is important to note that no new information about the current condition of the injured parties has been disclosed. The authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and contact the appropriate authorities.

The public is reminded to always prioritise safety on the roads and to drive responsibly to prevent similar accidents from occurring. As the investigation continues, updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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