In Santa María de Guía, the Court of Instruction No. 1 released today the driver of the truck involved in a near-collision following a dangerous load in the municipality. The decision was announced by the Supreme Court of Justice of the Canary Islands (TSJC) after the midday hearing.
Judge María Rodríguez conducted a formal statement from the driver. He tested negative for alcohol and drugs and appeared sober, a correction to earlier reports that had suggested intoxication. The driver remains under investigation, facing charges connected to the incident, including assault, material damage, and injuries caused during the event. The judge also ordered the driver to appear in court on the first day of each month while the case proceeds.
The driver was transporting a tube that measured roughly twice the length of the truck itself. The load was secured but became a safety threat that morning, and the driver was arrested shortly after the episode began. The elongated tube broke loose and came to rest a few meters behind a Toyota Dyna truck, affecting street surfaces in Montaña Alta square and damaging sections of both asphalt and pavement.
Video footage accompanying this report shows the truck attempting to ascend a hill, a maneuver that proved challenging. After continuing its path toward Caideros, the vehicle was intercepted by Local Police officers in La Solapilla, guided St. Mary. According to sources consulted by the newsroom, the driver did not follow police directions. A collision occurred between the truck and a patrol car, resulting in significant rear-end damage to the police vehicle.
Officials clarified that the driver’s negative test results and the court’s provisional release do not conclude the investigation. The proceedings will continue to determine responsibility for the alleged assault, the damages to public infrastructure and vehicles, and any injuries that may have occurred to bystanders or other drivers. Local authorities reiterated their commitment to public safety during road operations and emphasized the importance of securing oversized loads to prevent similar incidents in the future. The TSJC also noted that the case remains under review, with formal charges attached to the court record and ongoing inquiries into the incident timeline, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with traffic regulations. Security measures around Montaña Alta square and surrounding streets have been reevaluated to prevent repeat events as the legal process unfolds. The community awaits further updates on any additional extensions of court appearances or potential remand if new evidence emerges during the investigation.