D’oh! DUI?: Zero Visibility

Driving in adverse weather conditions can be perilous, as fog, heavy rain, and snow create unique hazards on the road. However, a recent incident in West Virginia took the concept of “low visibility driving” to an extreme when a Colorado man was discovered driving with several inches of snow completely covering his windshield.

Apart from the obvious dangers of driving without proper visibility, having snow and ice piled on top of a vehicle can pose a significant threat to other cars sharing the road. Chunks of ice can dislodge from a moving vehicle, potentially causing damage to nearby vehicles or even triggering an accident.

In this bizarre case, the driver resorted to sticking his head out of the driver’s side window to see his surroundings. Over time, he escalated to opening the door and leaning out desperately trying to navigate the snowy conditions.

When law enforcement officers eventually noticed the driver’s unusual approach to visibility, they attempted to pull him over. It appeared as though the driver either ignored or couldn’t see the flashing red and blue lights behind him, as he continued driving for several more blocks. Unfortunately, his reckless journey ended when he collided with a passing UPS truck.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident. However, when asked for his driver’s license, the cold and bewildered driver disclosed that he did not possess one, as it had been previously suspended due to a DUI conviction.

While Colorado law may not have specific requirements for removing snow and ice from vehicles, West Virginia considers driving with an obstructed view a crime. Cases like this serve as a stark reminder that common sense is not always as common as it should be.