Speeding driver evades gendarmes

On Sunday evening, gendarmes encountered difficulties with a driver on the RN 106 heading towards Alès during a traffic check. The military noticed a vehicle traveling at 162 km/h instead of the authorized 110 km/h.

Driver refuses to stop

When the gendarmes attempted to intercept the driver, the individual refused to stop and fled. A chase ensued on the national road.

Gendarmes block the driver

The Alès gendarmerie surveillance and intervention unit (PSIG) eventually managed to block the driver's path. However, the driver attempted to escape again by reversing, which resulted in a collision with the gendarmes' vehicle.

Driver found under influence

The military eventually subdued the driver, who was found to be under the influence of alcohol. During the arrest, one of the gendarmes sustained an injury to his thumb.

Driver taken into custody

The driver was placed in custody and later brought before the courts to answer for his actions.