A recent report from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for the Republic of Buryatia details a domestic car theft that ended in a crash. The event unfolded in the Barguzinsky district on an August day, when a 45-year-old local resident drove off with a friend’s Toyota Camry Gracia while the vehicle owner was actually in the car and asleep after consuming alcohol. The sequence of events points to a night that spiraled quickly from a simple lapse in judgment to a serious incident on the road. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]
The owner, who was still inside the car at the moment of the theft, woke to find the car in motion and his friend missing from the driver’s seat. What began as a casual shared ride turned tense as the entrusted vehicle was driven without consent. The local man reportedly decided not to awaken his sleeping companion and instead took the keys, hoping perhaps to return to his own home in a nearby village. This decision set in motion a dangerous chain of events on a rural stretch of the district road linking Ulyun and Ulukchikan. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]
As the driver attempted to navigate the unfamiliar route, the vehicle veered off course. In a moment of momentary misjudgment, the Camry Gracia crossed into the opposite lane, colliding with a Toyota Allion traveling in the opposite direction. The impact occurred when the owner finally woke up, realizing that his car had been taken and then involved in a collision. The aftermath left both cars with substantial mechanical damage, though fortunately no injuries were reported on either side. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]
Authorities have stated that the person behind the wheel at the time of the crash was brought to administrative responsibility for drunk driving. More seriously, a criminal case has been opened under Part 1 of Article 166 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, pertaining to the theft of a vehicle. The investigation is ongoing as investigators gather evidence and establish the full chronology of the events. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]
Further information indicates that the individual accused in connection with the incident works as a security guard. At the time of the events, the person had not previously faced criminal charges, though the current situation marks a significant escalation in the consequences of carelessness behind the wheel. The case underscores the risks of taking someone else’s vehicle without permission and the legal ramifications that follow, including potential charges related to theft and driving under the influence. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]
In related context, authorities have noted that the incident has drawn attention within the region, with officials emphasizing the seriousness of alcohol impairment while operating any vehicle. The case has sparked discussions about security on the roads, responsibility among those who supervise or guard property, and the broader implications for public safety in rural districts like Barguzinsky. [Citation: Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Republic of Buryatia]