Police released footage of a Jerusalem driver arrested this morning after an officer discovered an 8-month-old infant sitting on his lap behind the wheel. The driver was detained; the child was unharmed but placed in the care of family members, according to Israeli media.
Police released video footage Monday morning of the arrest of a Jerusalem driver who was operating a vehicle with an 8-month-old infant sitting on his lap, below the steering wheel. The officer who made the discovery was reportedly stunned. The driver was taken into custody; no injuries were reported. As The Zioneer reported at 08:31, the incident endangered both the child and other road users. The infant was placed in the care of family members; charges against the driver are pending.
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