Intoxicated Driver Nearly Strikes Pedestrian in Wheelchair at Liquor Store
In Evansville, an intoxicated driver narrowly missed hitting a person in a wheelchair while attempting to park at a liquor store, according to police.
Evansville, IN, October 3, 2026 — In Evansville, a driver reportedly under the influence of alcohol came dangerously close to striking a pedestrian in a wheelchair while attempting to park a vehicle at a local liquor store. The incident was reported by police.
According to official statements, the driver’s actions posed an immediate risk to the individual in the wheelchair as the vehicle was maneuvering into a parking space. The exact distance the vehicle came to hitting the person was not specified. The name of the liquor store where the incident occurred was not provided.
Details regarding the driver’s identity, age, and any charges filed were not immediately available. Similarly, information pertaining to the individual in the wheelchair, including their condition or if they were injured, has not been released. The specific police department that responded to the incident was indicated as Evansville Police, but further details about their investigation and any enforcement actions taken were not specified in the initial report.
The circumstances underscore concerns about impaired driving and public safety, particularly in public spaces accessible to vulnerable individuals. Further information is expected as the investigation proceeds.
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