A mother from Manchester went viral after being pulled over for suspected DUI and accidentally dropped her baby in the backseat during the stop. Officers noticed her erratic driving and immediately flagged her for a check.
While attempting to comply with police instructions, she fumbled and the infant fell, fortunately without serious injury. Emergency services quickly assessed the child at the scene. The mother was taken into custody for driving under the influence, while child protection services were contacted to ensure the baby’s safety.
Social media users expressed shock at the incident, highlighting the dangers of driving while intoxicated, especially with young children in the vehicle. Many stressed that this could have ended tragically.
Police reminded the public that DUI is extremely dangerous and that even brief lapses in attention can put lives at risk.
